Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR871

Caption

Welcoming artists from the San Elizario Historic Art District to Austin.

Impact

The resolution does not modify state laws; rather, it serves as a formal acknowledgment of the artistic contributions within the San Elizario Historic Art District. By recognizing the artists and their work, the resolution boosts community morale and supports local culture, potentially leading to increased appreciation and tourism in the area. This kind of recognition can foster pride within the community, encouraging more citizens to engage with and support local art initiatives.

Summary

Senate Resolution 871 serves to recognize and honor the artists from the San Elizario Historic Art District as they visit the State Capitol to participate in the District 75 Art Show. This resolution highlights the significance of the San Elizario Historic Art District, a community rooted in a Spanish settlement from the 1750s that has evolved into a vibrant center for artistic expression in El Paso County. The resolution aims to promote awareness of the contributions these artists have made to the cultural vitality of their community, as well as to showcase their work to a broader audience in Texas.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding SR871 is positive. It reflects a celebration of local artists and cultural diversity, resonating well with constituents who value artistic expression and community involvement. The resolution is likely to be embraced by supporters of the arts and can be seen as an uplifting gesture that fosters goodwill between state governance and local communities.

Contention

While SR871 primarily focuses on honoring artists without any evident contention, it does underscore the importance of local culture in the context of state recognition. The bill could potentially be viewed through the lens of competing priorities, particularly where funding and support for the arts are concerned within the broader framework of state budget allocations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR502

Congratulating San Elizario for being named Best Historic Small Town in the USAToday Readers' Choice Awards.

TX HR616

Congratulating San Elizario on being named Best Historic Small Town in the USA Today 2023 Readers' Choice Awards.

TX HR820

Commending April Marioni for her service as principal of San Elizario High School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR1935

Congratulating Jessica Gonzalez on being named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year at San Elizario High School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR1937

Congratulating Zoe Covernalli on being named the 2022-2023 Rookie Teacher of the Year at San Elizario High School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR1941

Congratulating Isabel Rodriguez on being named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year at Lorenzo Loya Primary School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR446

Congratulating Fernando Manuel Madrid on his retirement from the San Elizario ISD Board of Trustees.

TX HR1936

Congratulating Myriam Sanchez on being named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year at Ann M. Garcia-Enriquez Middle School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR1942

Congratulating Diana Loya on being named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year at Josefa L. Sambrano Elementary School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

TX HR818

Commending Ernesto Seigel for his service as principal of Josefa L. Sambrano Elementary School in the San Elizario Independent School District.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.