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By:  Hunter                                                       H.R. No. 258



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Many proud citizens of our state are with us today at 
the State Capitol in connection with the biennial Austin visit 
sponsored by Texas Midwest Community Network (TMCN); and
	WHEREAS, An alliance of 43 communities in 25 counties 
surrounding Abilene, TMCN was created in 1994 to promote regional 
identity and to foster cooperation on economic development, tourism 
development, regional promotion, and legislative awareness; and
	WHEREAS, In addition to organizing activities to further 
these goals, TMCN also helps to identify emerging leaders, to 
develop their skills and deepen their understanding for regional 
issues, and to facilitate communication and networking among them; 
and
	WHEREAS, On the agenda for this notable delegation are visits 
to the house and senate chamber, and a reception honoring 
legislators who represent the TMCN region and Governor Rick Perry, 
a native son of the Texas Midwest; and
	WHEREAS, The day will also offer public-spirited citizens 
from the Texas Midwest an opportunity to meet with their elected 
officials to discuss concerns pertinent to their area; and
	WHEREAS, TMCN is playing a vital role in strengthening the 
Lone Star State, and it is most appropriate that it be commended for 
its efforts to provide a strong voice for rural Texas, encourage 
civic participation in the legislative process, and draw attention 
to matters of importance to the region; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, that the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize February 16th, 2005 as Texas Midwest 
Day at the Capitol and honor the Texas Midwest Community Network for 
its outstanding service.