SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 255
WHEREAS, The counties of Bowie, Cass, Delta, Franklin,
Hopkins, Lamar, Morris, Red River, and Titus make up the
Northeast Texas Regional Alliance; and
WHEREAS, Sharing many significant social and economic
characteristics, the member counties of the coalition are united
in their efforts to further the vitality and prosperity of the
region; and
WHEREAS, The coalition's rural counties are an important
transportation gateway, and the organization is dedicated to
keeping freight moving, advancing rural broadband, and
stimulating opportunities for innovation; in addition, the
alliance facilitates cooperation in all areas of regional and
workforce planning, supporting the retention and creation of
jobs, as well as increased opportunities for education; and
WHEREAS, Through its initiatives, the alliance advocates
for area colleges and universities and for the parks and trails
that enhance the quality of life in the region; it also promotes
careful stewardship of monetary and natural resources; and
WHEREAS, This noteworthy organization is helping to make
Northeast Texas an even stronger and more vibrant place to live
and work, and it is indeed fitting to recognize the alliance for
its essential contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize March 1, 2023, as Northeast Texas
Regional Alliance Day at the State Capitol and extend to the
visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and
memorable stay in Austin.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 1, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate