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By:  Reyna                                                      H.C.R. No. 34 



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, Civic prayers and national days of prayer have an 
enduring history in America and date back to 1775, when the First 
Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in 
forming a nation; and
	WHEREAS, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a day of prayer 
and fasting in 1863; the annual National Day of Prayer was 
established when President Harry Truman signed a joint resolution 
by Congress in 1952; the permanent date was set in 1988 by President 
Ronald Reagan as the first Thursday of May; and
	WHEREAS, Prayer has remained an integral part of this 
country's rich history, and the National Day of Prayer is an 
opportunity for citizens of all faiths to gather and express 
gratitude for the many blessings and liberties that we have and to 
pray for this nation, its people, and its leaders; now, therefore, 
be it
	RESOLVED, That the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas, 
3rd Called Session, hereby recognize May 4, 2006, as the National 
Day of Prayer in Texas; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That all Texans be encouraged to set aside a 
particular moment on this day to participate in this meaningful 
spiritual event and to encourage their friends and neighbors to 
observe this year's National Day of Prayer according to their own 
faith or practice.