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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 94

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased
to recognize Pfizer, Incorporated, and to proclaim
February 4, 2003, as Pfizer Day at the State Capitol; and
	WHEREAS, Pfizer, Incorporated, the leading research-based 
pharmaceutical manufacturer, will celebrate its 154th 
anniversary this year; over its long history, the company has 
become an international leader in discovering, developing, and 
delivering new and lifesaving prescription medications to Texans 
and people throughout the world; and
	WHEREAS, The manufacturer has produced numerous 
life-improving medications, such as Lipitor, Celebrex, Norvasc, 
Zyrtec, Zoloft, Viagra, and Rescriptor; it is currently 
conducting extensive research with the hope of producing new 
lifesaving medications for future generations; and
	WHEREAS, A survey by The Chronicle of Philanthropy found 
that Pfizer, Incorporated, is the largest corporate donor in the 
United States; last year, it donated over $450 million in 
medications to the indigent and uninsured; and
	WHEREAS, The manufacturer has been a proud partner with the 
State of Texas; in 2002, it supported Medicaid, CHIP, and other 
medical assistance programs by providing rebates to the state of 
approximately $136 million; also in 2002, the company donated 
more than $200 million worth of product samples to Texas 
physicians for distribution to needy patients, and Pfizer 
employees in the state generously contributed over $690,000 to 
nonprofit organizations; and
	WHEREAS, A truly philanthropic company, Pfizer, 
Incorporated, has pursued policies that have improved the quality 
of life for many Texans and countless people throughout the world; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby commend Pfizer, Incorporated, on its 
outstanding accomplishments and extend best wishes to the 
members of the Pfizer delegation for an enjoyable visit to the 
State Capitol; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
Pfizer, Incorporated, as an expression of esteem from the
Texas Senate.
                                                                          Nelson




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 3, 2003.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate