89R11942 TBO-D
By: Lalani H.R. No. 119
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Representatives of UTHealth Houston are gathering
in Austin on January 28, 2025, for the institution's Legislative
Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The University of Texas Health Science Center at
Houston is one of the nation's most comprehensive academic health
centers, and it has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to
excellence in health care education, scientific discovery, and
patient care; UTHealth Houston comprises seven schools, including
the McGovern Medical School, the Cizik School of Nursing, the
School of Dentistry, and the School of Public Health; today, the
institution serves over 5,000 students and is supported by more
than 8,000 faculty and staff across Texas; and
WHEREAS, UTHealth Houston is dedicated to advancing human
health by enhancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of
diseases, as well as contributing to public health through
extensive research initiatives, which resulted in over $309 million
in research expenditures in the past fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, The institution's commitment to patient care is
reflected in its partnerships with primary teaching and affiliated
hospitals, which provide over $80 million in unreimbursed charity
care while delivering critical health services to communities
across the state; and
WHEREAS, UTHealth Houston's philanthropic endeavors,
partnerships with local communities, and global outreach through
its alumni network help to advance its enduring mission to educate
future health professionals and improve health outcomes; the
institution's Legislative Day at the State Capitol provides a
fitting opportunity to highlight UTHealth Houston's contributions
to public health and to focus attention on the importance of health
care education and research initiatives; and
WHEREAS, UTHealth Houston has provided countless students
with a strong foundation for achievement, and it is a pleasure to
join in honoring the institution on this special occasion; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize January 28, 2025, as UTHealth Houston
Legislative Day at the State Capitol and commend the institution
for its dedication to improving health care for all Texans; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for UTHealth Houston as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.