SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 13

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater 
Houston for its contributions to the city and the state; and
	WHEREAS, The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce was 
established in 1999 to promote commercial and economic ties 
between business communities in the greater Houston area and 
India; a dedicated group of energetic and enterprising business 
owners and entrepreneurs came together to offer networking 
opportunities for local businesses; and
	WHEREAS, The organization encourages, assists, and 
provides information and expertise for small and start-up 
businesses in the Indo-American community in Houston; and
	WHEREAS, The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce helps 
create networking opportunities for local business owners and 
provides training and mentoring programs to encourage business 
growth; and
	WHEREAS, The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce supports 
the spirit of entrepreneurship through many of its programs, 
providing internships and mentoring programs for the 
Indo-American community; and
	WHEREAS, This worthy organization stimulates and supports 
Indo-American entrepreneurs and small businesses, and the 
Texas Senate applauds its worthwhile and influential endeavors 
in the Houston area; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend the 
Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston for its 
dedication to assisting businesses in the Indo-American 
community and extend sincere congratulations to its many 
exemplary members; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the chamber as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on June 27, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate