SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 99
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
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 from the
Texas Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 19, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate