SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 415
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes great pride
in joining the Texas Association of Counties in recognizing
May 3, 2017, as County Government Day at the Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The month of May 2017 is being observed by the
National Association of Counties as National County Government
Month to provide the nation's citizens with an opportunity to
honor the many contributions made by county governments; and
WHEREAS, The oldest form of local government in the United
States, county government addresses many critical issues,
including environmental protection, indigent health care,
special assistance for the elderly, job training, and public
safety; and
WHEREAS, There are 254 counties in Texas, and those
dedicated individuals who serve our counties as elected or
appointed officials not only work diligently to meet the needs of
citizens without placing an undue burden on taxpayers but also
commit themselves to finding solutions to problems that will
benefit all Texans; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Association of Counties encourages
citizens across the state to observe National County Government
Month by learning more about this vital form of local government
and the many ways in which it serves the public; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend the county officials of this state
for their countless contributions to Texas and welcome members of
the Texas Association of Counties to Austin as they celebrate
County Government Day at the Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the Texas Association of Counties in honor of County
Government Day at the Capitol and as an expression of esteem
from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 3, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate