85R8772 JCD-D
By: Workman H.R. No. 532
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, National Engineers Week is taking place February 19
to 25, 2017, and this occasion provides a welcome opportunity to
recognize the engineering professionals of the Texas chapters of
ASHRAE; and
WHEREAS, Since 1951, "EWeek" has been set aside to celebrate
the tremendous efforts of the men and women who work in the field of
engineering and to promote the education of future leaders in this
profession; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1894, ASHRAE is an international
engineering society that focuses on building systems, energy
efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and sustainability;
the organization was originally known as the American Society of
Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers before
adopting the current acronym as its official name in 2012 as a
reflection of its global status; today, ASHRAE has more than 55,000
members, spread across 140 countries; and
WHEREAS, By dedicating themselves to advancing technologies
of benefit to all of human society, the members of the Alamo,
Austin, Dallas, East Texas, Fort Worth, Houston, South Texas, and
West Texas chapters of ASHRAE have made a lasting, positive
difference in their communities and beyond, and it is indeed
fitting to honor their contributions to the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 19 to 25, 2017, as National
Engineers Week and extend sincere appreciation to the members of
the eight Texas chapters of ASHRAE; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.