H.R. No. 359
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, The counties of Bowie, Cass, Delta, Franklin,
  Hopkins, Lamar, Morris, Red River, and Titus make up the Northeast
  Texas Regional Alliance; and
         WHEREAS, Sharing many significant social and economic
  characteristics, the members of the coalition have united to
  encourage each other as they strive together for progress
  throughout all of Northeast Texas; and
         WHEREAS, The coalition's rural counties are a vital
  transportation gateway, and the organization is dedicated to
  keeping freight moving, advancing rural broadband, and stimulating
  opportunities for innovation; in addition, it cooperates in all
  areas of regional and workforce planning and supports the retention
  and creation of jobs, as well as opportunities for education; and
         WHEREAS, Through its initiatives, the coalition advocates
  for the colleges and universities and the parks and trails that
  enhance quality of life; it also promotes careful stewardship of
  monetary and natural resources; and
         WHEREAS, This noteworthy organization is helping to make
  Northeast Texas an even more attractive destination for visitors
  and an even better place in which to live and work, and it is indeed
  fitting to recognize it for its endeavors; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize February 28, 2019, as Northeast Texas
  Regional Alliance Day at the State Capitol and extend to the
  delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
  visit to Austin.
 
  VanDeaver
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 359 was adopted by the House on
  February 27, 2019, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House