H.R. No. 1774
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, National Public Works Week, held each year during
the third week of May, is a celebration of the men and women who
provide and maintain the infrastructure and services on which all
citizens rely; and
WHEREAS, Clean running water, effective storm drains and
sewers, sturdy roads and bridges, and safe buildings are but a few
of the components of a successful infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, Ensuring the efficient operation of countless
systems throughout our state and nation, public works employees
plan, build, operate, and maintain these vital services; and
WHEREAS, National Public Works Week offers residents of the
Lone Star State and beyond an occasion to acknowledge and
appreciate the importance of public works in their communities;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby join in observing May 15-21, 2011, as National
Public Works Week and encourage all Texans to recognize the
contributions that public works employees make every day to our
health, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Smith of Harris
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1774 was adopted by the House on May
17, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House