H.R. No. 147
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of the Texas Chapter of the American College
of Physicians are gathering in Austin on February 19, 2025, for the
organization's Advocacy Leadership Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Dedicated to promoting quality health care for all
Texans, TXACP works to advance the field of internal medicine
through advocacy, education, and initiatives aimed at enhancing
patient care and medical standards in Texas; the organization
represents more than 8,000 physicians, residents, medical
students, and affiliate members and comprises two regions with
representative leadership throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, TXACP Services supports and improves the practice of
internal medicine by addressing the scientific, economic, social,
and political aspects of medicine to maintain the highest standards
of patient care; and
WHEREAS, The TXACP Foundation fosters knowledge and
philanthropy that enhances health care in Texas by promoting
initiatives such as the General Internal Medicine Statewide
Preceptorship Program, which encourages students to enter the field
of internal medicine and supports residents in educational and
scientific endeavors; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Chapter of the American College of
Physicians has rendered exceptional service to internal medicine
professionals across the state, and the organization's Advocacy
Leadership Day provides an important opportunity to connect with
fellow medical professionals, to learn about current legislative
issues impacting the field, and to engage with lawmakers about key
health care policies; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as the Texas
Chapter of the American College of Physicians Advocacy Leadership
Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting
delegation; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for TXACP as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Lalani
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 147 was adopted by the House on March
20, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House