Bill > HB1348

This bill seeks to officially designate the first day of the Islamic lunar month of Shawwal as Eid al-Fitr Day in Pennsylvania, recognizing the significant religious holiday celebrated by approximately 2 billion Muslims worldwide. The bill provides legislative findings that explain Eid al-Fitr as the Festival of Breaking the Fast, which marks the end of Ramadan and involves special prayer services, acts of charity, and opportunities for forgiveness. The legislation officially recognizes the holiday's importance to many Pennsylvanians while explicitly stating that the designation does not require employers to treat it as a legal holiday or provide paid leave to employees. The date of Eid al-Fitr is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, and the holiday typically involves two to three days of celebrations. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, serving as a symbolic acknowledgment of the cultural and religious significance of Eid al-Fitr for Muslim communities in Pennsylvania.

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