H.R. No. 220
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Houston is home to a growing number of Azerbaijani
Americans who are making important contributions to the Lone Star
State; and
WHEREAS, Under the leadership of the Houston-Baku Sister City
Association, local Azerbaijani are working to educate area
residents about the history and traditions of their native country;
and
WHEREAS, These Texans are also contributing to the Bayou
City's economy, and a number are sharing their knowledge and skills
with area environmental experts to strengthen the energy industry;
moreover, many are giving back to the community through active
involvement in city and state government; and
WHEREAS, Azerbaijani Americans are helping to enrich the
vibrant mosaic of peoples and cultures that make up our state and
nation, and it is indeed fitting that tribute be paid to this proud
and patriotic group; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Azerbaijani residents of Houston and
extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success in all of
their endeavors.
Hochberg
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 220 was adopted by the House on
February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House