H.R. No. 1548
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Representatives of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber
of Commerce, the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce, and other
proud residents of Galveston County are gathering in Austin on
March 30, 2015, to celebrate Galveston County Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Galveston County covers approximately 870 square
miles of lush grasslands, warm beaches, and sparkling waters; it is
an exceptionally vibrant region with a diverse economy and myriad
cultural and historic charms that present many opportunities for
citizens, businesses, and tourists alike; and
WHEREAS, The ports of Galveston and Texas City, as well as the
county's chemical and petrochemical complex, provide jobs for many
in the area; agriculture, livestock, and the fishing and shrimping
industries also play important roles in enhancing economic
development; and
WHEREAS, Galveston is additionally a center for medical
services, marine research, and a variety of higher education
resources; it is home to The University of Texas Medical Branch,
Texas A&M University at Galveston, the College of the Mainland, and
Galveston College; and
WHEREAS, With nearly 400 miles of beaches, visitors are drawn
to the county's natural beauty and also enjoy such attractions as
the Galveston County Fair and Rodeo, the Galveston Island Wild
Texas Shrimp Festival, and the Blessing of the Fleet at Kemah; other
points of interest include the Lone Star Flight Museum, Moody
Gardens, and the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich past as they look forward to
a bright future, the citizens of Galveston County may take great
pride in their continuing contributions to the heritage and
prosperity of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 30, 2015, as Galveston County
Day at the State Capitol and pay tribute to the Galveston Regional
Chamber of Commerce and the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of
Commerce for their contributions to their region and this state;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That official copies of this resolution be prepared
for the chambers as an expression of high regard by the Texas House
of Representatives.
Faircloth
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1548 was adopted by the House on March
30, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House