H.R. No. 673
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Governor David H. Dewhurst has been named
the 2011 Border Texan of the Year by the Hidalgo Chamber of
Commerce; and
WHEREAS, Initiated by the chamber in 1989, the Border Texan
of the Year award pays tribute to an individual who has contributed
significantly to the betterment of the Rio Grande Valley and South
Texas; and
WHEREAS, One of the most respected political leaders in our
state, David Dewhurst has distinguished himself in his role as
president of the Texas Senate; and
WHEREAS, His tenure as lieutenant governor has been marked by
countless accomplishments, and throughout his career, his many
strengths as a businessman and innovative community leader have had
a positive and powerful effect on the legislation he has
championed; and
WHEREAS, A statesman and a highly effective public servant,
David Dewhurst helped to balance four state budgets and to pass the
largest tax cut in state history, and he is noted for his efforts to
improve the lives of the people of South Texas and his endeavors to
enhance employment opportunities across the state; and
WHEREAS, Known for his many talents and his goal-oriented
approach to public service, he has worked diligently to create new
jobs, and as a result of his initiatives, the Texas economy has
fared better than that of most of the nation; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst is an exemplary
political leader, and due to his vision, hard work, and high
standards, he has earned the admiration and trust of citizens
throughout the state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Lieutenant Governor David H. Dewhurst
for his outstanding contributions to the Lone Star State and
congratulate him on earning the title of 2011 Border Texan of the
Year; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Lieutenant Governor Dewhurst as an expression of
highest regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Munoz, Jr.
Gonzales of Hidalgo
Guillen
Pena
Martinez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 673 was adopted by the House on March
2, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House