H.R. No. 286 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, A delegation from the Rio Grande Valley Partnership is visiting the State Capitol on February 27, 2013; and WHEREAS, A chamber of commerce for Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy Counties, the Rio Grande Valley Partnership unites a distinguished roster of members devoted to the greater good and overall advancement of that entire region; and WHEREAS, Since 1944, the Rio Grande Valley Partnership has endeavored to foster relationships and coordinate programs that further economic development in South Texas, and the organization today continues to build on its legacy of encouraging and promoting business opportunities in the Valley; and WHEREAS, The nonprofit partnership organizes and sponsors the Rio Grande Valley Legislative Tour for state representatives and senators at the beginning of each session; supported by community sponsors, the tour allows local businesses to interact directly with decision makers from across the state; and WHEREAS, Led by a board of directors and administered by a dedicated team of employees, the partnership executes a robust program that cultivates progress and prosperity across its four counties, throughout the State of Texas, and into the region's international neighbor, the State of Tamaulipas, Mexico; and WHEREAS, The outstanding cooperation demonstrated by the partnership not only benefits area businesses and industries but also contributes to the vitality of the communities it serves, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor this notable group; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 27, 2013, as Rio Grande Valley Partnership Day at the State Capitol and extend best wishes to the visiting delegation for a productive and memorable stay in Austin; 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. Lucio III Oliveira ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 286 was adopted by the House on February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House