Not Wasting Time: Muslim Texas State Rep Files Bills Promoting Islam, Official Recognition of Ramadan and ‘Religion-Compliant Food’ in Schools

Texas House Rep. Suleman Lalani, a physician originally from Pakistan, didn’t wait long for the blue wave to subside before filing bills in the state to promote Islam.

Democrat Lalani was first elected on November 8, 2022, in the general election for the newly drawn Texas House District 76, which includes parts of Fort Bend County, including Sugar Land, Stafford, and nearby areas. He was sworn in on a Quran.

Hey Texas….

Just a quick reminder that YOUR Two Pakistani-born lawmakers, Democrats Suleman Lalani and Salman Bhojani, were sworn in on the Quran. https://t.co/jD8ycOzXHm

— Amy Mek (@AmyMek) January 18, 2026

According to The Daily Signal, although bill filing only opened on Monday, Lalani has already put forth a flurry of bills covering everything from establishing a “Muslim Heritage Day” to ensuring halal food is provided in schools.

From The Daily Signal

Lalani filed House Bill 236, which amends Chapter 662 of the Texas Government Code to recognize Feb. 4 as Muslim Heritage Day in the state. The bill states that the day would recognize the historical, cultural, and social contributions of Muslim Americans to Texas.

In addition to filing HB 236, he also filed House Resolution 16, which would formally recognize the Islamic holy month of Ramadan in 2027.

The ceremonial resolution would honor Muslims who observe Ramadan in the state and would “extend to Muslims across the Lone Star State sincere, best wishes for a joyous and meaningful observance.”

From the resolution:

WHEREAS, The ninth month of the Islamic calendar year, Ramadan is a time when Muslims reinforce their spiritual beliefs by
fasting, worshipping, reading the Quran, practicing self-discipline, and helping the less fortunate; in 2027, Ramadan is beginning on the evening of February 7 with the expected appearance of the crescent moon and lasts for the remainder of the
lunar month; and

WHEREAS, During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise until sunset in an effort to deepen their faith and to better understand the plight of the poor and hungry; Muslims break their daily fasts by sharing meals, known as iftars, with family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Muslims have been a part of the fabric of America since the 1500s, when the first Muslims arrived as slaves with
colonial expeditions; today, Islam is one of the world’s major religions, with many followers across the United States and around
the globe; and

WHEREAS, While focusing on their spiritual growth during Ramadan, Muslims affirm their commitment to working toward the
collective good of society and the well-being of people from all walks of life, and it is indeed fitting to acknowledge the significance of this special occasion to people of the Muslim faith who call Texas home; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 90th Texas Legislature hereby recognize the holy month of Ramadan 2027 and extend to Muslims across the Lone Star State sincere best wishes for a joyous and meaningful observance.

Lalani also wants to force public schools to provide halal food for students.

HB 401 would require public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in the state to mandate halal meal options when a parent or student requests one.

We were warned.

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