89R14000 KSM-D
By: King S.R. No. 103
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Manufacturers in Texas play an integral role in the
state's economy and development, and their important contributions
merit special recognition; and
WHEREAS, Texas manufacturing contributes more than
$292 billion to the state's economy, totaling 11 percent of the
state's gross output; because of this outstanding level of
production, Texas is one of the nation's leading exporters of
manufactured goods, with items made in the state representing
nearly $292 billion of the manufactured products exported from the
United States; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 847,000 Texans work in the sector,
receiving an average annual compensation of over $123,000; these
positions spur subsequent growth, with every new manufacturing job
leading to the creation of 7 to 12 additional openings; moreover,
manufacturing is responsible for 70 percent of all research and
development spending; and
WHEREAS, The wide variety of products manufactured in Texas
includes chemicals, computers and semiconductors, electronics,
machinery, petroleum and coal goods, pharmaceuticals and medical
devices, food and beverage items, agricultural products, aerospace
products, motor vehicles, plastics, textiles, steel, and rubber;
this broad diversity is key to maintaining a competitive advantage
in an increasingly global economy; and
WHEREAS, Across the state, the industry is represented by
such central professional associations as the Texas Association of
Manufacturers, as well as by myriad regional associations,
including those in San Antonio, North Texas, Dallas County, South
Texas, Harlingen, San Marcos, New Braunfels, Washington County,
Greater Houston, Harris County, and Austin Regional; and
WHEREAS, Manufacturers drive innovation, create high-paying
jobs for numerous Texans, and contribute to the future economic
health of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize February 18, 2025, as Texas Manufacturers' Day at
the State Capitol and extend to all those associated with these
vital businesses sincere best wishes for continued success.