By Kuempel                                           H.C.R. No. 180

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                             HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

 1-1           WHEREAS, The abundant natural resources of Texas are the

 1-2     foundation of the state's remarkable prosperity, vitality, and

 1-3     quality of life, and as such are worthy of the attention and

 1-4     consideration of all Texans; and

 1-5           WHEREAS, The Lone Star State is known throughout the world

 1-6     for the breathtaking beauty and variety of its flora, fauna, and

 1-7     landscapes, and the identification of Texas with its natural

 1-8     attributes has contributed much to the legendary character of the

 1-9     state's reputation; and

1-10           WHEREAS, The stature of Texas as an international economic

1-11     powerhouse derives in large part from the rich variety of

1-12     indigenous resources that have fueled the state's economic

1-13     development, and Texas history has been shaped and defined by the

1-14     evolving relationship between the land and its inhabitants; and

1-15           WHEREAS, Wise stewardship of our precious natural resources

1-16     is essential if we are to secure the future well-being of our

1-17     state's residents, and it is incumbent on every Texan to recognize

1-18     the importance of our rich natural legacy and ensure its continued

1-19     existence for future generations; now, therefore, be it

1-20           RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas

1-21     hereby designate the first week of April 1997 as Texas Natural

1-22     Resources Week and encourage its observance throughout the state.