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78R5463 MDM-D

By:  Swinford                                                     H.R. No. 294



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A delegation of proud Texans has traveled to Austin 
to celebrate Texas Panhandle Day at the State Capitol on February 
25, 2003; and
	WHEREAS, Rich in history, this spectacular region of vast, 
scenic plains is known for its traditional ranch lands, high-plains 
agriculture, large stretches of oil and gas reserves, and major 
industry; and
	WHEREAS, Outstanding attractions in the area include the 
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, located on the campus of West 
Texas A&M University in Canyon; the largest history museum in the 
state, its exceptional collections and exhibits survey life on the 
Southern Great Plains over the course of the past 14,000 years; and
	WHEREAS, Stretching through the heart of the Panhandle is 
Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the country, which 
boasts spectacular views and reveals, through its exposed strata, a 
geologic record spanning 250 million years; during the summer, 
visitors to Palo Duro can also enjoy outdoor drama that captures 
some of the state's epic heritage; and
	WHEREAS, Amarillo, the region's principal city, is a dynamic 
urban center that affords a wide array of cultural amenities; 
contributing to Amarillo's economic vitality is a Bell Helicopter 
tilt-rotor assembly center as well as the only assembly/disassembly 
plant for the nation's nuclear weapons arsenal, a facility operated 
by BWXT Pantex for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear 
Security Administration; and
	WHEREAS, United States Air Force colonel Rick Husband, 
commander of Columbia Space Shuttle Mission STS-107, called 
Amarillo home, and his fellow Texans and all Americans stand united 
in profound gratitude for the inspiring example of his life and 
legacy; and
	WHEREAS, More than 400,000 strong, Panhandle residents prize 
the myriad opportunities made possible by their modern cities and 
industry while continuing to cherish their region's enduring and 
majestic natural beauty; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature recognize February 25, 2003, as Texas Panhandle Day at 
the State Capitol and extend to all involved warmest best wishes for 
an enjoyable and memorable visit.