1-1     By:  Wentworth                                        S.C.R. No. 93

 1-2           (In the Senate - Filed May 14, 1997; May 16, 1997, read first

 1-3     time and referred to Committee on Administration; May 18, 1997,

 1-4     reported favorably by the following vote:  Yeas 6, Nays 0;

 1-5     May 18, 1997, sent to printer.)

 1-6                        SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

 1-7           WHEREAS, The abundant natural resources of Texas are the

 1-8     foundation of the state's remarkable prosperity, vitality, and

 1-9     quality of life, and as such are worthy of the attention and

1-10     consideration of all Texans; and

1-11           WHEREAS, The Lone Star State is known throughout the world

1-12     for the breathtaking beauty and variety of its flora, fauna, and

1-13     landscapes, and the identification of Texas with its natural

1-14     attributes has contributed much to the legendary character of the

1-15     state's reputation; and

1-16           WHEREAS, The stature of Texas as an international economic

1-17     powerhouse derives in large part from the rich variety of

1-18     indigenous resources that have fueled the state's economic

1-19     development, and Texas history has been shaped and defined by the

1-20     evolving relationship between the land and its inhabitants; and

1-21           WHEREAS, Wise stewardship of our precious natural resources

1-22     is essential if we are to secure the future well-being of our

1-23     state's residents, and it is incumbent on every Texan to recognize

1-24     the importance of our rich natural legacy and ensure its continued

1-25     existence for future generations; now, therefore, be it

1-26           RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas

1-27     hereby designate the first week of April, 1997, as Texas Natural

1-28     Resources Week and encourage its observance throughout the state.

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