81R15344 JGH-D
By: Bolton H.R. No. 993
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The live auction industry plays a vital role in the
economy of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed a pleasure to
welcome members of the Texas Auctioneers Association to the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1956, the TAA promotes the auction method
of marketing through education, public outreach, and the sharing of
information; it strives to establish and uphold the highest
professional standards for its 400 hardworking and talented
members; and
WHEREAS, Auctioneering has a long history in this country and
contributes $250 billion to the national economy every year,
including more than $500 million to this state's economy; Texas
auctioneers are active in all areas of commerce, including real
estate, automobile, and livestock sales, among others; and
WHEREAS, With their distinctive and entertaining calls,
auctioneers participate in a rich and colorful tradition, and their
industry helps to further the prosperity of Texas; now, therefore,
going once, going twice, going three times, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 3, 2009, as Texas Auctioneers
Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting representatives
of the Texas Auctioneers Association sincere best wishes for
continued success.