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By: Naishtat H.R. No. 2689
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Lone Star State is enriched immeasurably by the
tapestry of cultures that have shared in its development and
history; and
WHEREAS, Texas is home to the third-largest Asian American
community in the United States, and Texans of Asian and Pacific
Islander heritage have made invaluable contributions to the social,
cultural, economic, educational, scientific, and intellectual life
of our state; and
WHEREAS, The Network of Asian American Organizations is an
Austin-based alliance of 15 member organizations dedicated to
promoting civic, cultural, charitable, and educational programs
and encouraging greater participation by Asian Americans in public
affairs; and
WHEREAS, Joining the NAAO in its mission is the Indian
American Coalition of Texas, a nonpartisan group that fosters civic
and political involvement among Indian Americans in Greater Austin
through three initiatives--educate, engage, and empower--while
also addressing the issues and concerns common to all area
residents; and
WHEREAS, The observance of May as Asian and Pacific Islander
Heritage Month offers a fitting time to reflect on the many
achievements realized by individuals who trace their heritage to
Asia and the Pacific Islands and to acknowledge and support their
ongoing role in building a prosperous future for our state and
nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize May 13, 2015, as Texas Asian and
Pacific Islander Day of Civic Engagement and extend sincere best
wishes to the organizations and individuals taking part in this
event.