FL H8001

Designates February 2026 as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" in Florida to celebrate the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the state

Recognizes historical contributions of Muslim Americans dating back to colonial era indentured workers and enslaved Africans between the 16th and 19th centuries

Highlights Muslim American contributions across fields including business, medicine, education, law, sports, arts, and government

Names prominent Florida Muslim Americans including Shahid Khan (Jacksonville Jaguars owner), Judge Alli A.B. Majeed (Brevard County's longest-serving county judge), and Christopher Benjamin (first Muslim American elected to Florida House)

Notes Florida's Muslim-American community includes individuals from more than 85 countries representing diverse ethnicities, cultures, and languages