H.C.R. No. 140
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Gulf of Mexico is an ocean basin bounded on the
north, northeast, and northwest by the United States, on the south
and southwest by Mexico, and on the southeast by Cuba; and
WHEREAS, Forming a vibrant region, the five Gulf states,
Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, contribute
immeasurably to the nation's economy, security, energy,
environment, culture, beauty, diversity, and resilience; and
WHEREAS, The Gulf of Mexico's watershed covers more than half
of the continental United States; all the rivers in Texas drain into
the gulf, which sustains diverse flora and fauna, providing food,
shelter, and habitat to marine and estuarine organisms, shorebirds,
waterfowl, and other wildlife; and
WHEREAS, While supporting the nation's seafood industry, the
gulf also draws people from across the country and around the world
for recreational fishing and all manner of water sports; tourism
generates hundreds of billions of dollars each year; and
WHEREAS, The Gulf region plays a vital role in our nation's
defense and aerospace exploration; moreover, it is crucial to oil,
gas, and energy production, as well as import and export trade; if
it were a country, the region's economy would rank among the globe's
top 10; and
WHEREAS, With its combination of commercial activity and
natural beauty, the gulf draws a large population to its thousands
of miles of shoreline; one of the most culturally diverse regions in
the nation, it is home to millions of residents who trace their
heritage to different continents and embrace the variety of
traditions that converge in this unique place; and
WHEREAS, The continued dynamism of the Gulf of Mexico is a
matter of tremendous import to the entire nation, and by increasing
awareness of the region's myriad treasures and limitless value, we
help to ensure a sustainable future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 86th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby recognize 2020 as "The Year to Embrace the Gulf" and
encourage all Texans to join in the observance; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas secretary of state forward official
copies of this resolution to the Capitol press corps.
Herrero
Hunter
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 140 was adopted by the House on May
10, 2019, by the following vote: Yeas 137, Nays 2, 2 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 140 was adopted by the Senate on May
22, 2019, by the following vote: Yeas 31, Nays 0.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor