SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 177
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize February 19, 2003, as Texas Midwest Day in Austin; and
	WHEREAS, A vast area of rural charm and natural beauty, the 
Texas Midwest is known for its scenic plains and rich history and 
is home to a host of cities offering a wide array of opportunities; 
and
	WHEREAS, The counties that comprise Texas Midwest are 
Brown, Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Comanche, Eastland, Erath, 
Fisher, Hamilton, Haskell, Jones, Kent, Knox, McCulloch, Mills, 
Mitchell, Nolan, Runnels, Scurry, Shackelford, Stephens, 
Sterling, Stonewall, Throckmorton, and Taylor; and
	WHEREAS, The area is a combination of traditional ranch 
lands, farms, and large stretches of oil and gas reserves; once 
populated with Comanche Indians and other tribes, the Texas 
Midwest is dotted with historic sites and museums that provide an 
intriguing overview of life in the Old West; and
	WHEREAS, Texas Midwest Day in Austin provides the 
opportunity to demonstrate a strong voice for rural Texas and 
bring attention to those issues of concern in the region; the 
event also strengthens the participation of Texas Midwest 
citizens in the legislative process; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby commend the counties of Texas Midwest on 
their many contributions to our state and extend best wishes to 
all who are participating in Texas Midwest Day in Austin; and, be 
it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the counties of the Texas Midwest as an expression of esteem from 
the Texas Senate.

Fraser                                                                        

Duncan                                                                        

Estes                                                                         




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 19, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate