SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 727

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize March of 2013 as National Athletic Training Month; and

WHEREAS, The athletic trainers of the Rio Grande Valley have for many years provided quality health care for athletes and for those simply wishing to improve their fitness and well-being; these dedicated health professionals work with their clients to help prevent injuries, assist in rehabilitation, and improve their overall health; and

WHEREAS, The National Athletic Trainers' Association represents and supports some 35,000 members of the profession, whose work benefits individuals from all walks of life, from professional and collegiate athletes to patients in clinics and hospitals to employees in corporate and industrial settings; and

WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that a month be set aside to raise public awareness about the exemplary work done by athletic trainers and the importance of the education, care, and guidance they can provide; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend athletic trainers for their dedication and expertise and urge all Texans to join them in observing March of 2013 as National Athletic Training Month; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion.

Lucio

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate