SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 860
WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Travel Industry
Association are dedicated to promoting tourism as an economic
powerhouse; and
WHEREAS, The state's second-largest export industry,
tourism employs over 1.2 million Texans, from high school
students to experienced professionals; in 2018 alone, travel and
tourism had a $164 billion impact on the Texas economy; and
WHEREAS, Travel spending in Texas generated $4.5 billion
in state tax revenues in 2018, as well as $3 billion in local tax
revenues during the same period; each year, tax revenues
generated by the industry save the state's families an estimated
$740 on their tax bills; and
WHEREAS, Direct contributors to the travel industry
include a wide range of businesses, among them airlines and
airports, restaurants, hotels, attractions, leisure
destinations, sports teams, concert venues, zoos, aquariums,
waterparks, RV parks, and summer camps; indirect contributors
include grocery stores, gas stations, retail stores, and small
businesses; and
WHEREAS, Dedicated to the advancement of tourism, the
Texas Travel Industry Association represents and advocates for
the interests of a diverse membership that includes travel
destinations, accommodations, attractions, and transportation
and support businesses; in addition, the organization offers
networking opportunities as well as marketing and educational
programs; and
WHEREAS, The state's vibrant tourism sector fosters economic
prosperity while enhancing the image of Texas around the world, and
through its tireless efforts, the TTIA is furthering the positive
effects of this important industry; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby honor the Texas Travel Industry Association
for its contributions and extend to its members sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the association as an expression of high regard by
the Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 27, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate