Bill > SJR129

This resolution formally recognizes the Islamic holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in Wisconsin, acknowledging them as the two major festivals celebrated by Muslims worldwide. Eid, which translates to "holiday" or "festival" in Arabic, includes Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan (a period of fasting and spiritual reflection), and Eid al-Adha, which commemorates Abraham's devotion and the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. These holidays follow the Islamic lunar calendar, causing their dates to shift annually. The resolution highlights that the approximately 70,000 Muslims in Wisconsin celebrate these occasions with community prayers, festive meals, and family gatherings, and aims to encourage state recognition to inform schools and employers, potentially allowing Muslim students and employees to observe these important religious and cultural events, thereby fostering a more inclusive Wisconsin.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr129