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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The Lone Star State is enriched immeasurably by the |
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tapestry of cultures that have shared in its development and |
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history; and |
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WHEREAS, Texas is home to the third-largest Asian American |
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community in the United States, and Texans of Asian and Pacific |
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Islander heritage have made invaluable contributions to the social, |
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cultural, economic, educational, scientific, and intellectual life |
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of our state; and |
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WHEREAS, The Network of Asian American Organizations is an |
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Austin-based alliance of 15 member organizations dedicated to |
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promoting civic, cultural, charitable, and educational programs |
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and encouraging greater participation by Asian Americans in public |
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affairs; and |
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WHEREAS, Joining the NAAO in its mission is the Indian |
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American Coalition of Texas, a nonpartisan group that fosters civic |
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and political involvement among Indian Americans in Greater Austin |
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through three initiatives--educate, engage, and empower--while |
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also addressing the issues and concerns common to all area |
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residents; and |
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WHEREAS, The observance of May as Asian and Pacific Islander |
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Heritage Month offers a fitting time to reflect on the many |
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achievements realized by individuals who trace their heritage to |
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Asia and the Pacific Islands and to acknowledge and support their |
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ongoing role in building a prosperous future for our state and |
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nation; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize May 13, 2015, as Texas Asian and |
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Pacific Islander Day of Civic Engagement and extend sincere best |
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wishes to the organizations and individuals taking part in this |
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event. |