H.R. No. 1623
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is joining with
the Texas Association of Counties in recognizing May 6, 2009, as
County Government Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The week of May 3 through 8, 2009, is being observed
by the National Association of Counties as National County
Government Week to provide the nation's citizens with an
opportunity to honor the many contributions made by county
governments; and
WHEREAS, The oldest form of local government in the United
States, county government addresses many critical issues,
including environmental protection, indigent health care, special
assistance for the elderly, job training, and public safety; and
WHEREAS, There are 254 counties in Texas, and the dedicated
individuals who serve our counties as elected or appointed
officials not only work diligently to meet the needs of citizens
without placing an undue burden on taxpayers but also commit
themselves to finding solutions to problems that will benefit all
Texans; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Association of Counties encourages
citizens across the state to observe National County Government
Week by learning more about this vital form of local government and
the many ways in which it serves the public; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend the county officials of this state for
their countless contributions to Texas and welcome members of the
Texas Association of Counties to the State Capitol.
Coleman
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1623 was adopted by the House on May
6, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House