H.R. No. 1651
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The strength and cohesion of our communities are
enhanced by the efforts of individuals such as Paul Tovar, whose
work over the course of nearly six decades has contributed to the
quality of life in Austin; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tovar holds a pharmacy degree from The
University of Texas at Austin, and he completed postgraduate work
in long-term health care administration, real estate, banking, and
business; as a certified pharmacist, he has expanded access to
health care by establishing medical clinics and pharmacies
throughout the city; he has also provided coverage and services to
vulnerable women and children through his Vista Health Insurance
Plan, and his new private insurance plan assists those who are not
eligible for government programs; further, his nonprofit
organization, Primero Health, offers free health education and
resources; and
WHEREAS, A community development leader, Mr. Tovar has
helped create affordable housing and equal education opportunities
in the Austin area; moreover, as board chair of the Texas Certified
Development Company, which he founded in 1981, he oversees a small
business loan program designed to promote business growth, generate
jobs, and improve economic stability; he additionally launched CP
Enterprises and Hallmark Business Services; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tovar previously served as chair of the Greater
Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; in the early 1970s, he opened
the Rockin' M dance hall, and the establishment attracted such
influential conjunto musical performers as Flaco Jiménez; and
WHEREAS, Paul Tovar has demonstrated a lasting commitment to
making Austin a better place for all, and in so doing, he has earned
the deep respect and appreciation of his fellow residents; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Paul Tovar for his longtime
contributions to his community and extend to him sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Tovar as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Rodriguez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1651 was adopted by the House on May
24, 2019, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House