H.R. No. 1234 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Addison Business Association was established in 1975 by business executives and professionals "to help build Addison into a great and prosperous city"; and WHEREAS, In the decades since, the ABA has strived to improve communications with local government authorities, establish a channel for expressing opinions on regulatory and budgetary issues, and collaborate with city officials on decisions that have an impact on trade; and WHEREAS, With more than 150 members from the retail, manufacturing, financial, and professional sectors, the ABA has significantly influenced discussions on such important topics as tollway extensions, mass transit, and zoning laws; and WHEREAS, By effectively representing the business community and working to enhance the economic climate of its area, the Addison Business Association is making important contributions to the growth and vitality of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby commend the Addison Business Association for its endeavors to promote prosperity; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the ABA as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Carter ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1234 was adopted by the House on April 17, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House