[Congressional Bills 115th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 555 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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115th CONGRESS
  2d Session
S. RES. 555

  Recognizing the freedom of Muslims of the United States to exercise 
 their religion and participate in the civil systems of their country.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             June 20, 2018

   Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Flake) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  Recognizing the freedom of Muslims of the United States to exercise 
 their religion and participate in the civil systems of their country.

Whereas the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees 
        religious freedom to people of all faiths;
Whereas article VI of the Constitution of the United States asserts that no 
        religious test may be required for public office, ensuring that people 
        of all faiths may serve their country;
Whereas the United States has always valued the right of individuals to practice 
        their faith as they please, and religious freedom is fundamental to the 
        national character of the United States;
Whereas people of the United States of all faiths, including Muslims, both 
        immigrant and native-born and from a variety of races and ethnicities, 
        have made valuable contributions to the United States throughout its 
        history;
Whereas more than 3,000,000 Muslims now reside in the United States;
Whereas Muslims have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for 
        generations, with more than 5,000 Muslims currently serving and many 
        having made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States;
Whereas Muslim scientists and researchers in the United States have helped 
        expand the understanding of medicine, engineering, and outer space;
Whereas Muslim inventors in the United States have made breakthroughs ranging 
        from brain tumor treatments to the creation of the ice cream cone;
Whereas Muslim athletes have represented the United States in the Olympics and 
        in most professional sports leagues;
Whereas Muslim entrepreneurs and business leaders in the United States have 
        helped shape industries including financial services, food, 
        transportation, cosmetics, and furniture;
Whereas countless Muslims contribute to the economy and well-being of the United 
        States as business owners, firefighters, police officers, physicians, 
        laborers, service workers, and teachers; and
Whereas Muslims have served as Members of Congress, Ambassadors of the United 
        States, and other types of public servants: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate recognizes the religious freedom of 
Muslims of the United States and their civic contributions to the 
United States.
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