H.R. No. 809
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of Texas DNA and Adoptee Search Support are
gathering on April 25, 2019, to celebrate the group's legislative
day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Established on April 17, 2015, to promote DNA
education and direct-to-consumer DNA testing, Texas DNA and Adoptee
Search Support represents the interest of Texans concerned with
accuracy in recording their own genealogical origins; and
WHEREAS, The group is composed of more than 1,600 members who
were born in or have genealogical connections to the state of Texas;
it is aligned with the International Society of Genetic Genealogy
and its mission to advocate for and educate about the use of
genetics as a tool for genealogical research, while also helping to
build a supportive network for genetic genealogists; and
WHEREAS, In its work to enhance the public's understanding of
the use of DNA for genealogical purposes, the group conducts
educational presentations for individuals, civic organizations,
and genealogical societies; it is also a valuable resource for
Texans looking to identifying their genetic origins, preserve their
family history, and connect with newly discovered relatives; and
WHEREAS, Texas DNA and Adoptee Search Support serves as a
voice for those who seek to understand their heritage and encourage
ethical practices in direct-to-consumer DNA testing, and the
organization's legislative day provides a welcome opportunity to
commend its membership for their dedicated efforts; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 25, 2019, as Texas DNA and
Adoptee Search Support Day at the State Capitol and extend to the
members here today sincere best wishes for an enjoyable visit to
Austin.
Zwiener
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 809 was adopted by the House on April
25, 2019, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House