SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 336
WHEREAS, Personal and household savings are fundamental to
economic development and prosperity in Texas; and
WHEREAS, Adequate emergency savings, saving at tax time,
saving at school, college savings accounts, retirement funds,
individual development accounts, and financial education are
critical components of household financial security, community
wealth, and individual success; and
WHEREAS, Personal and household savings are fundamental to
growing a vital economy and building a strong middle class in
Texas; household savings promote economic mobility and the
pursuit of the American Dream, and savings are important to
college access and success; and
WHEREAS, Texas ranks low nationally on indicators such as
median household net worth, homeownership, and the share of
households with bank accounts; and
WHEREAS, America Saves is a national campaign to persuade,
encourage, and motivate Americans to take financial action in
building wealth through setting financial goals and saving
money; these goals are highlighted in the annual observance of
America Saves Week; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby declare the week of February 20 through 27 as
Texas Saves Week in recognition of America Saves Week and
encourage all Texans to take positive financial action by
increasing their savings or setting financial goals; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared to
commemorate Texas Saves Week.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 22, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate