86R24370 CJM-D
By: Lambert H.R. No. 1162
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Refugee Advocacy Day is being recognized at the
State Capitol April 9, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Texans have demonstrated compassion
and public spirit in welcoming refugees to the Lone Star State; in
turn, those refugees have helped to strengthen the state's economy,
contributing to the success of more than 900 Texas companies and
stimulating the market with a spending power of $4.6 billion; and
WHEREAS, Embodying the resilience, determination, and
optimism that have always defined the American spirit, many
refugees have gone on to become business owners and industry
leaders; in addition, the taxes they pay more than compensate for
their use of shared public services, with refugees on average
contributing a net amount of $21,000 during their first 20 years in
the country; and
WHEREAS, Refugees resettled in Texas add to the economic and
cultural richness of our state, and the individuals and
organizations who have helped refugees rebuild their lives here are
indeed deserving of acknowledgment for setting a humanitarian
example that is respected and admired around the world; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 9, 2019, as Refugee Advocacy Day
at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating in this
event sincere best wishes for the future.