SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 142
WHEREAS, Members of Habitat for Humanity Texas are
celebrating Habitat for Humanity Day on February 7, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Homeownership plays a significant role in
enhancing the quality of life in our communities, and Texas has
faced a critical shortage of affordable homes, with a
500,000-home deficit; in addition, one in seven homeowners pay
more than half their income on housing; there are many causes for
the lack of affordable housing, including issues related to
marginalization, land-use policy, inequality, high population
density, and natural disasters; and
WHEREAS, Habitat for Humanity Texas and its local
affiliates strive to help build a better future for people across
the state; these organizations unite residents and enable them to
construct homes in their communities, and they work to expand
access to affordable homes through advocacy, resource
development, education, training, and disaster preparedness and
response; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, the Habitat for Humanity network
in Texas has collectively helped over 13,500 families obtain safe
housing in 60 areas throughout the state; since 1977, the network
has built more than 8,500 new homes, repaired nearly 5,000, and
rehabilitated almost 600; and
WHEREAS, Habitat for Humanity Texas has made homeownership
a reality for numerous families in the Lone Star State, and the
dedicated members of the organization are truly deserving of
recognition for their contributions to this important cause;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 7, 2023, as Habitat For
Humanity Day and commend all those associated with the
organization for their efforts; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for Habitat for Humanity Texas as an expression of high
regard from the Texas Senate.
Springer
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on Feburary 7, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate