81R9636 JNC-D
 
  By: England H.R. No. 710
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Members of the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce are
  visiting the State Capitol on March 11, 2009, and their attendance
  provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the achievements of the
  organization and these outstanding civic leaders; and
         WHEREAS, Founded in 1945, the Grand Prairie Chamber of
  Commerce pursues the goal of supporting Grand Prairie through
  economic and community development programs, working diligently to
  promote the growth and advancement of the city; and
         WHEREAS, An association of businesses, professionals, and
  citizens, the chamber currently serves 654 members; its efforts
  also include providing scholarships to students, supporting area
  nonprofit organizations, and acting as the voice of local
  businesses to local, state, and federal government; and
         WHEREAS, The direction and planning provided by the Grand
  Prairie Chamber of Commerce have been truly invaluable to the
  betterment of this North Texas community, and it is indeed a
  pleasure to honor the chamber at this time; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize March 11, 2009, as Grand Prairie
  Chamber of Commerce Day at the State Capitol and commend all those
  associated with the group for their dedicated service to their
  community; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives.