H.R. No. 193
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas Historical Commission recently recognized
the El Paso County Historical Commission with the 2010
Distinguished Service Award; and
WHEREAS, Given for outstanding preservation work, this honor
recognizes county historical commissions that have demonstrated an
exceptional commitment to promoting a greater understanding of
state and local history; and
WHEREAS, The El Paso County Historical Commission is
dedicated to protecting the area's legacy of historic structures
and artifacts for current and future generations through a variety
of programs and initiatives; in addition to its inherent
educational value, this important legacy also serves as a powerful
magnet for tourism, which in turn creates myriad economic benefits
for the county's residents; and
WHEREAS, The members of the El Paso County Historical
Commission are committed to preserving the rich and unique heritage
of El Paso and the surrounding communities, and their efforts
provide an inspiring model for the work of other groups around the
state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the El Paso
County Historical Commission on its receipt of a 2010 Distinguished
Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission and extend to
all those associated with the group sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Marquez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 193 was adopted by the House on June
28, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House