H.R. No. 88

	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Abu Dhabi, Baku, Istanbul, and Karachi Sister
	City Associations are joining with other organizations to host the
	Houston Iftar annual Ramadan dinner with Mayor Annise Parker on
	July 27, 2013; and
	WHEREAS, The ninth and holiest month of the Islamic calendar,
	Ramadan is a time for prayer, reflection, and sacrifice; the
	faithful demonstrate compassion through good deeds and charitable
	giving, and they change their daily routine to gain perspective on
	their own lives and achieve greater spiritual understanding; and
	WHEREAS, The strong Sister City relationships Houston enjoys
	are a powerful reflection of its status as one of the world's most
	diverse municipalities; fittingly, the Houston Iftar not only
	celebrates solidarity and unity among Muslim organizations and
	religious groups, but also provides an opportunity for Texans to
	come together with those of other faiths, recognizing shared values
	and expressing mutual respect; and
	WHEREAS, This joyous and inclusive event promotes fellowship
	and deepens understanding and appreciation for the rich cultural
	heritage that makes Houston such a vibrant and welcoming city; now,
	therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
	Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commemorate the 2013
	Houston Iftar and extend to all those in attendance sincere best
	wishes for a meaningful observance; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
	prepared for the organizers of the Houston Iftar as an expression of
	high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
	Wu
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	Speaker of the House
	I certify that H.R. No. 88 was adopted by the House on July
	25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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	Chief Clerk of the House