89R10750 DSH-D
By: VanDeaver H.R. No. 80
R E S O L U T I O N
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 House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 19, 2025, 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.