H.R. No. 2853
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Real Estate Councils of Texas was formed in 2008
to serve as an industry resource and to enhance the role of real
estate within the state's economy; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing a need for statewide representation,
real estate professionals from across Texas have formed a
coalition to educate the public on issues that affect the industry
and to advocate in behalf of the industry; the founding members are
the Real Estate Councils of San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas, as well
as the Greater Fort Worth Real Estate Council, the Houston Real
Estate Council, and Houstonians for Responsible Growth; the Real
Estate Councils of Texas represents the state's major markets, and
its mission is to serve as the unified voice of the real estate
development industry of Texas and to establish a statewide economic
footprint; and
WHEREAS, By working together, the members of the Real Estate
Councils of Texas hope to ensure that the public becomes aware of
the significant impact the industry has on the state's economy; in
2007, the real estate industry provided approximately $3.8 billion
in state tax revenue and generated more than $270 billion in total
economic activity; moreover, it contributed $76.8 billion in labor
income and produced 1.75 million total jobs; and
WHEREAS, The well-being of Texas residents depends on
economic prosperity throughout the state, and professional
organizations like the Real Estate Councils of Texas are working to
keep Texas moving forward on its path to a bright future; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend the Real Estate Councils of Texas for
its service to the real estate industry and contributions to the
Texas economy and extend to all those associated with the
organization sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Real Estate Councils of Texas as an expression of
high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Branch
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2853 was adopted by the House on June
1, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House