By Swinford, Smithee, Chisum                           H.R. No. 464
       74R8613 SRD-F
                                  R E S O L U T I O N
    1-1        WHEREAS, On March 28, 1995, the Texas House of
    1-2  Representatives will join with the residents of the Texas Panhandle
    1-3  in paying tribute to 26 of the most extraordinary counties of the
    1-4  state and in recognizing their rich cultural heritage, solid
    1-5  economy, and many contributions to agriculture; and
    1-6        WHEREAS, The region contributes much of our state's wealth of
    1-7  agriculture, oil, and natural gas; while wheat is the major crop of
    1-8  the northern counties, cotton is the crop of choice in the southern
    1-9  counties, feedlot cattle, meat packing, leather tanning, and fabric
   1-10  milling are major industries, and the oil and gas reserves stretch
   1-11  120 miles from Moore County to Wheeler County, accentuating the
   1-12  importance of natural resources to the area; and
   1-13        WHEREAS, With its abundance of recreational and cultural
   1-14  activities, the Panhandle of Texas offers a great deal of
   1-15  entertainment and enrichment for locals and tourists to enjoy,
   1-16  featuring attractions like Palo Duro Canyon State Park, which
   1-17  highlights the internationally acclaimed musical drama "TEXAS"
   1-18  performed under the stars in a natural amphitheater; the area is
   1-19  also known for the events at West Texas A&M University, Kritser
   1-20  Aviation and Space Museum, and the Panhandle-Plains Historical
   1-21  Museum, which is one of the largest in Texas; and
   1-22        WHEREAS, Home to more than 400,000 residents, the Panhandle
   1-23  of Texas has reached record highs in employment rates and housing
   1-24  market prices; one of the strongest regions in the state in which
    2-1  to raise a family in a steadfast community, the Panhandle is
    2-2  committed to preserving its unique way of life for all Texans to
    2-3  come and enjoy; and
    2-4        WHEREAS, In light of the many aspects of agriculture,
    2-5  economy, and culture that have made the Panhandle of Texas an
    2-6  exemplary place to work, play, or raise a family, it is entirely
    2-7  fitting that the Panhandle be given special legislative
    2-8  recognition; now, therefore, be it
    2-9        RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 74th Texas
   2-10  Legislature hereby designate March 28, 1995, as Panhandle Day at
   2-11  the State Capitol and commend the citizens of this remarkable
   2-12  region for their many fine contributions; and, be it further
   2-13        RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
   2-14  prepared for the Panhandle of Texas as an expression of high esteem
   2-15  by the Texas House of Representatives.