83R7038 LUC-D

By: Larson H.R. No. 461

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The Independent Insurance Agents of San Antonio is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a centennial reception on February 28, 2013; and

WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1913, IIASA has grown from its eight founding agents to include over 170 members; the association's mission, "to promote the strength and the value of the local independent insurance agent," is exemplified by its commitment to providing its members with the necessary tools to run a successful practice; and

WHEREAS, In accordance with its educational goals, IIASA offers continuing education courses, as well as the Myron F. Steves Insurance Professional Scholarship Program, which covers tuition costs for courses administered by the Insurance Institute of America; and

WHEREAS, The association also is a valuable contributor to its community; each October, it sponsors a Fire Prevention Week poster contest for local schools, and it further promotes fire safety awareness by leading an ongoing smoke alarm drive; additionally, it supplies funding for the San Antonio Fire Department's Burn an Arsonist for Cold Cash program, which provides resources to locate and prosecute criminals guilty of arson; and

WHEREAS, With its commitment to its members and the community, the Independent Insurance Agents of San Antonio has proven itself a valuable local resource, and the organization's notable history and ongoing achievements are indeed worthy of commendation; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Independent Insurance Agents of San Antonio and extend to IIASA members sincere best wishes for an enjoyable centennial celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the association as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.