SR 159 — Commending Muhammad Mosque No. 57.

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RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Muhammad Mosque No.

57 hereby be commended on the occasion of the anniversary of the Holy Day of Atonement for its service to the residents of NorRESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Muhammad Mosque No.