88R10830 CJM-D
By: Huffman S.R. No. 185
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Manufacturers in Texas play an integral role in the
state's economy and development, and their important contributions
merit special recognition; and
WHEREAS, Texas manufacturing contributes more than
$241 billion to the state's economy, totaling 13 percent of the
gross output in the state; because of this outstanding level of
production, Texas is the nation's leading exporter of manufactured
goods, with items made in Texas representing over $200 billion of
the manufactured products exported from the United States; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 881,000 Texans work in the sector,
receiving an average annual compensation of over $90,000; these
positions spur subsequent growth, with every new manufacturing job
leading to the creation of between 2 to 16 additional openings;
moreover, manufacturing is responsible for more than 60 percent of
all private sector research and development spending; and
WHEREAS, The wide variety of products manufactured in Texas
includes chemicals, computers and semiconductors, electronics,
machinery, petroleum and coal goods, pharmaceuticals and medical
devices, food and beverage items, agricultural products, aerospace
products, motor vehicles, plastics, textiles, and rubber; this
broad diversity is key to maintaining a competitive advantage in an
increasingly global economy; and
WHEREAS, Across the state, the industry is represented by
such central professional associations as the Texas Association of
Manufacturers, as well as myriad regional associations, including
San Antonio, North Texas, Dallas County, South Texas, Harlingen,
San Marcos, New Braunfels, Washington County, Greater Houston,
Harris County, and Austin Regional; and
WHEREAS, Manufacturers drive innovation, create well-paid
job opportunities for many Texans, and contribute to the future
economic health of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize February 21, 2023, as Texas Manufacturers' Day and
extend to all those associated with these vital businesses sincere
best wishes for continued success.