88R29024 TBO-D
By: Davis H.R. No. 1678
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, May is Older Americans Month, and this occasion
provides a fitting opportunity to recognize residents who are older
for their many contributions to our state and nation; and
WHEREAS, This national observance traces its origins to April
1963, when President John F. Kennedy and the National Council of
Senior Citizens founded Senior Citizens Month, the prelude to Older
Americans Month; at that time, there was growing concern about the
number of older citizens who lived in poverty and the lack of
services available to meet their needs; two years later, the Older
Americans Act of 1965 established programs to help provide
nutritional meals as well as health and social services to
Americans age 60 and above; and
WHEREAS, Today, the Administration for Community Living
helps oversee the observance of Older Americans Month; the theme
for 2023 is "Aging Unbound," and the campaign encourages
individuals to explore diverse aging experiences and to discuss how
communities can combat stereotypes; this year's event also
highlights the importance of staying active by volunteering,
working, mentoring others, joining social groups, and
participating in community activities; and
WHEREAS, The Lone Star State benefits immeasurably from the
wisdom and experience of its residents who are older, and the
observance of Older Americans Month celebrates the vital role they
play in our communities; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize May 2023 as Older Americans Month.