85R14524 BPG-D
By: VanDeaver H.R. No. 770
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The counties of Bowie, Cass, Delta, Franklin,
Hopkins, Lamar, Morris, Red River, and Titus make up the Northeast
Texas Regional Coalition; and
WHEREAS, Sharing many significant commonalities, the members
of the coalition have united to encourage each other as they strive
together for progress throughout all of Northeast Texas; and
WHEREAS, The coalition's rural counties are a vital
transportation gateway, and the organization is dedicated to
keeping freight moving, advancing rural broadband, and stimulating
opportunities for innovation; in addition, it cooperates in all
areas of regional and workforce planning and supports the retention
and creation of jobs, as well as opportunities for education; and
WHEREAS, Through its initiatives, the coalition advocates
for the colleges and universities and the parks and trails that
enhance quality of life; it also promotes careful stewardship of
monetary and natural resources; and
WHEREAS, This noteworthy organization is helping to make
Northeast Texas an even more attractive destination for visitors
and an even better place in which to live and work, and it is indeed
fitting to recognize it for its contributions; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 8, 2017, as Northeast Texas
Regional Coalition Day at the State Capitol and extend to the
delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
visit to Austin.