SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 223

WHEREAS, Dr Pepper Snapple Group in Plano has been named the 2015 Texas Medal of Arts honoree in the Corporate Arts Patron category by the Texas Cultural Trust; and

WHEREAS, The Texas Medal of Arts program pays tribute to individual Texas artists who have made important contributions in their respective disciplines, and it also honors educational institutions, businesses, patrons, and organizers that have furthered artistic expression through their generous support; and

WHEREAS, Dr Pepper Snapple Group has long emphasized corporate philanthropy, supporting charities in the arts and education as well as a multitude of other worthwhile endeavors; and

WHEREAS, By promoting and encouraging an appreciation for the arts, Dr Pepper Snapple Group has enhanced the quality of life in many Texas communities and has greatly added to the rich cultural tapestry of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby congratulate Dr Pepper Snapple Group on its selection as the 2015 Texas Medal of Arts honoree in the Corporate Arts Patron category and extend to the company sincere appreciation for its commitment to cultural enrichment; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for Dr Pepper Snapple Group as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Taylor of Collin

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 23, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate