(Minghui.org) On May 10, Falun Gong practitioners from the greater Washington DC area celebrated the 15 th World Falun Dafa Day and Master Li Hongzhi's 63 rd birthday in front of Capitol Hill.

May 13 marks the 22 nd anniversary of Falun Gong's public introduction. The Maryland House of Representatives and State Senate passed resolutions, offering their congratulations to Master Li Hongzhi.

Resolution by the Maryland Senate, offering congratulations to Master Li Hongzhi in recognition of his commitment to Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance through the practice of Falun Gong.

Resolution by the Maryland House of Representatives

U.S. Senator Benjamin Cardin also sent a certificate of special recognition to practitioners, celebrating World Falun Dafa Day.

Certificate of Special Recognition from Senator Benjamin Cardin

Group exercises in front of Capitol Hill

Falun Gong practitioners from Washington DC wish Master Li Hongzhi a happy birthday

In addition to group exercises, practitioners set up 20 display boards, telling lawmakers and tourists about the beauty of Falun Gong, its worldwide spread, and the brutal persecution going on in China.