H.R. No. 114
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Each January, residents of Arlington gather to pay
tribute to the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
at the city's Advancing the Dream celebration; and
WHEREAS, Coordinated by the Arlington Martin Luther King, Jr.
Celebration Committee, the four-day-long event is one of the
largest celebrations of its kind in the State of Texas; for more
than 30 years, it has brought together area residents to reflect on
the enduring influence of America's foremost civil rights icon,
while affirming their commitment to carrying forward his legacy by
creating lasting change in their community; and
WHEREAS, The event features a presentation of scholarships to
essay and art contest winners, as well as a step show that includes
drum lines from local school marching bands, spoken word
performances, and an ecumenical service; on the final day,
attendees are encouraged to participate in the MLK Day of Service by
taking part in volunteer projects; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Advancing the Dream
celebration has provided Arlington residents with the opportunity
to memorialize Dr. King and to rededicate themselves to the ideals
of peace, freedom, and equality that he championed; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate Arlington's
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advancing the Dream celebration and
extend to the organizers and participants sincere best wishes for a
meaningful and memorable event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Arlington Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Committee as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of
Representatives.
Turner of Tarrant
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 114 was adopted by the House on
October 14, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House