85R23676 KID-D
By: Vo H.R. No. 1552
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, On May 13, 2017, residents of the Houston area are
joining with people around the globe in celebration of World Falun
Dafa Day; and
WHEREAS, Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is a system of
exercise and teachings rooted in ancient Chinese culture that seeks
to refine the body and transform the spirit; consisting of gentle
movements and meditation, the practice is based on the tenets of
truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance; and
WHEREAS, First introduced to the public in 1992 by its
founder, Li Hongzhi, Falun Dafa has since transcended cultural
boundaries to touch the lives of followers in more than 80
countries; today, practitioners across the Lone Star State host
free introductory workshops in a variety of public places as well as
participate in numerous other community events; and
WHEREAS, Every year, supporters from all walks of life gather
together for World Falun Dafa Day, celebrating the beauty of Falun
Dafa, the spirit of its principles, and the efforts of
practitioners fighting for their human rights in response to
persecution from the Chinese Communist Party; and
WHEREAS, Falun Dafa has long helped countless Texans to lead
healthier, less stressful lives by working to improve their health,
purify their mind, and uplift their spirit; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize May 13, 2017, as World Falun Dafa Day
and extend to all practitioners sincere best wishes for a
meaningful observance.