84R1480 MDM-D
By: Price H.R. No. 172
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Texas Farm Bureau is holding its 2015 Leadership
Conference on January 25-28 in Austin, and this occasion provides a
fitting opportunity to recognize an organization that has played an
essential role in Texas agriculture for more than 80 years; and
WHEREAS, Agriculture is one of the leading industries in the
Lone Star State, annually helping to infuse billions of dollars
into our economy; keeping pace with the demands of a growing
population, production continues to increase, thanks in part to
advances in recordkeeping, machinery, and computer technology; and
WHEREAS, The farmers and ranchers of our state provide for
the most essential needs of their fellow citizens by ensuring an
abundant, reliable, and affordable supply of food and fiber, and
since 1933, Texas Farm Bureau has provided a united voice for these
hardworking men and women; and
WHEREAS, Focusing on grassroots policy development, the
association represents the interests of agricultural producers in
the legislative process at both the state and national levels while
assisting members through a range of benefits and services; and
WHEREAS, Today, Texas Farm Bureau is one of the largest
groups of farmers, ranchers, and rural families in the world; among
its many accomplishments, the organization has helped to achieve an
improved farm-to-market road system, protection of property
rights, and the implementation of animal health programs; and
WHEREAS, Agriculture is an important part of Texas history
and a critical part of the state's future, and the efforts of Texas
Farm Bureau are helping to sustain and advance this vital industry;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 2015 Texas Farm Bureau
Leadership Conference and extend to all those in attendance sincere
best wishes for a memorable and meaningful gathering.