SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 124
WHEREAS, Civic and business leaders of the Coastal Bend are
gathering in Austin on February 8, 2017, to celebrate the many
qualities that make their region one of the state's premier
vacation destinations; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the Coastal Bend draws more than 9.3
million travelers from across the country and around the globe;
in Corpus Christi alone, these 9.3 million guests collectively
spend nearly 21 million days visiting the city, thereby infusing
over $1.3 billion into the local economy and supporting some
29,000 jobs; and
WHEREAS, The myriad popular attractions in the area
include the Padre Island National Seashore, the Texas State
Aquarium, and the South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature
Center, with its 182 acres of tropical flowers, butterflies, and
parrots; in addition, visitors enjoy such cultural and
educational venues as the Art Museum of South Texas, the Corpus
Christi Museum of Science and History, and the USS Lexington
aircraft carrier; the Coastal Bend also hosts many youth and
amateur sporting events; and
WHEREAS, Tourism is a mainstay of the state economy as a
whole, generating billions of dollars in state and local tax
revenue while bolstering businesses related to transportation,
retail sales, dining, and entertainment; the Coastal Bend area
contributes significantly to the vibrancy of this industry in the
Lone Star State, and its residents may indeed take pride in the
rich heritage and natural beauty that bring so many visitors to
their communities; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 8, 2017, as Coastal Bend
Day at the State Capitol and extend to the region's delegation
sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable event.
Hinojosa, Kolkhorst,
Lucio, Zaffirini
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 8, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate