SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 103
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 State of Texas, 89th
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.
King
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 18, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate