[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 18 (Wednesday, January 31, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E103]
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 INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION TO EXPRESS SUPPORT FOR THE RECOGNITION OF 
   JANUARY AS ``MUSLIM-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH'' AND CELEBRATING THE 
     HERITAGE AND CULTURE OF MUSLIM AMERICANS IN THE UNITED STATES

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 31, 2024

  Mr. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I am proud, as the longest serving Muslim in 
Congress, to introduce legislation to recognize January as ``Muslim-
American Heritage Month'' and celebrating the heritage and culture of 
Muslim Americans in the United States. I thank the endorsing 
organizations that joined this important resolution: American-Arab 
Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), Council on American-Islamic 
Relations (CAIR), Islamic Relief USA, Muslim Americans in Public 
Service (MAPS), Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC), and Project 
Islamic Hope.
  I am honored to partner with my Senate colleague, Senator Booker, to 
introduce this important resolution to recognize the many contributions 
of Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide. The value of this bill to Muslim 
Americans is great because their contributions to the establishment of 
the United States is an inspiration that others can look to as an 
example of what a diverse community of people can accomplish. 
Unfortunately, these contributions have historically been overlooked. 
Diversity is a cornerstone of American democracy and success; our 
American Muslim community is a vital contributor to our nation's 
strength, as well as to the talents, perspectives, and achievements 
this diversity brings. This bill illuminates the economic and cultural 
contributions of Muslims to America, and it helps combat harmful 
stereotypes.
  Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will join me in recognizing January 
as ``Muslim-American Heritage Month'' and celebrating the heritage and 
culture of Muslim Americans in the United States by supporting this 
important legislation.

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