78R4399 JH-D

By:  Eissler                                                      H.R. No. 125



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives takes great pride 
in celebrating Goodwill Industries of Texas Legislative Day at the 
State Capitol on February 12, 2003; and
	WHEREAS, Goodwill Industries of Texas is dedicated to 
assisting people with disabilities or other barriers to employment 
in becoming self-sufficient, contributing members of our 
communities by providing them with training and employment 
opportunities; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, this visionary organization has 
achieved much success; in 2001 alone, more than 22,000 people 
received vocational services and 2,600 Texans were placed in jobs, 
earning more than $46 million collectively; the organization was 
also able to provide services to some 3,000 welfare recipients, 
aiding in the reduction of the number of Texans living in poverty; 
and
	WHEREAS, Goodwill Industries of Texas is helping many 
residents of this state build a brighter and more promising future 
for themselves, and it is truly deserving of special recognition; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize February 12, 2003, as Goodwill 
Industries of Texas Legislative Day at the State Capitol and extend 
sincere best wishes to all those associated with Goodwill 
Industries.