82R31948 JGH-D
By: Torres H.R. No. 2551
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Throughout its history, from its earliest days as a
Spanish colony to the most recent events of today, Texas has
benefited enormously from the contributions of Latino residents;
and
WHEREAS, Individuals of Hispanic descent have excelled in all
sectors of our society and economy, helping to build Texas into a
productive state that is focused on the future; and
WHEREAS, Texans who trace their heritage to Mexico, Central
and South America, the Caribbean, and Spain have created a cultural
legacy that has influenced our way of life in innumerable ways and
greatly enriched the distinctive music, arts, food, and traditions
that are associated with the Lone Star State; and
WHEREAS, Adherence to the time-honored values of hard work
and sacrifice and belief in the importance of family and faith are
widespread among Latinos in our state and have strengthened the
unifying identity that binds all Texans; moreover, members of the
Hispanic community have distinguished themselves in a willingness
to take up arms for our nation, valiantly stepping forward time and
again through the decades; in so doing, these courageous men and
women have defended their fellow citizens and upheld the principles
of equality and liberty; and
WHEREAS, In 1968, Congress authorized the president to issue
an annual proclamation in honor of Latino citizens, and two decades
later the 100th Congress passed a law designating National Hispanic
Heritage Month, a 31-day period that begins on September 15 and ends
on October 15 each year; and
WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Month is widely celebrated by
people throughout our state, and in light of the immense
contributions that individuals of Latino descent have made to
Texas, it is indeed appropriate that this observance receive formal
state recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize September 15 to October 15, 2012, as
Latino Texan Month.