H.R. No. 295
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The 106th anniversary of the birth of Ronald Reagan
falls on February 6, 2017, offering a fitting opportunity to
reflect on the tremendous legacy of the nation's 40th president;
and
WHEREAS, The son of Jack and Nelle Reagan, Ronald Wilson
Reagan was born in Tampico, Illinois, in 1911, and grew up in Dixon;
he enjoyed tremendous success in the entertainment industry as a
sports announcer, film actor, and television host before embarking
on a second career in public service; in 1966, he was elected to the
first of his two terms as governor of California; and
WHEREAS, This deft and resolute leader ascended to the
presidency in 1980 and began to vigorously address the many
challenges that faced a troubled country, among them inflation,
high unemployment, and the ongoing cold war with the Soviet Union;
he worked to promote economic growth and lower taxes while building
a stronger national defense, and his bold and effective initiatives
gained widespread approval; in 1984, he was returned to office by
one of the largest margins in the history of presidential
elections; and
WHEREAS, The economy continued to expand during President
Reagan's second term, as he guided a major revision of the tax code
and maintained a sharp focus on government accountability; while
acting as a steward of domestic prosperity, he practiced a muscular
foreign policy of "peace through strength"; he devoted U.S. forces
to the task of confronting international terrorism, and he played a
crucial role in the ultimate breakup of the U.S.S.R.; and
WHEREAS, Through his monumental accomplishments both at home
and abroad, Ronald Reagan restored American confidence and earned a
special place in the history of our nation and the world; although
he passed away on June 5, 2004, his enormous legacy still resonates
profoundly and serves as an enduring source of inspiration to
leaders of today; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of President Ronald
Reagan and commemorate February 6, 2017, the 106th anniversary of
his birth.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 295 was adopted by the House on
February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House