H.R. No. 309
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas Food & Fuel Association has diligently
represented the interests of its members for more than 75 years; and
WHEREAS, Chartered in 1949 and based in Austin, the
association is dedicated to the advancement of the retail and
wholesale sectors of the state's oil and gas industry; its
membership includes businesses that process, transport, and sell
refined products made from crude oil; and
WHEREAS, TFFA champions businesses that own, operate, and
supply more than 16,000 convenience stores, truck stops, and
grocery stores; in addition, it advocates for fuel marketers that
distribute approximately nine billion gallons of gasoline and
diesel fuel annually, supplying motorists as well as commercial and
industrial customers; the organization further serves
manufacturers and vendors of equipment and services that support
the industry; and
WHEREAS, Under the leadership of its current chair, Imad
Sarkis, TFFA works to raise awareness of the industry's needs and
objectives; the organization assesses industry trends and helps
stakeholders navigate through market fluctuations; among many
services, it offers networking opportunities, development tools,
knowledge resources, and professional education and training; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Food & Fuel Association
play a vital role in the economy, and through the organization's
tireless efforts in their behalf, it is contributing significantly
to the continued prosperity of the Lone Star State; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the Texas Food & Fuel Association and
extend to all those affiliated with the organization sincere best
wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the association as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Darby
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 309 was adopted by the House on
February 25, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House