86R37066 ST-F
 
  By: Krause H.R. No. 2201
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Travel Industry Association
  are dedicated to promoting tourism as an economic powerhouse; and
         WHEREAS, The state's second-largest export industry, tourism
  employs over 1.2 million Texans, from high school students to
  experienced professionals; in 2018 alone, travel and tourism had a
  $164 billion impact on the Texas economy; and
         WHEREAS, Travel spending in Texas generated $4.5 billion in
  state tax revenues in 2018, as well as $3 billion in local tax
  revenues during the same period; each year, tax revenues generated
  by the industry save the state's families an estimated $740
  annually on their tax bills; and
         WHEREAS, Direct contributors to the travel industry include a
  wide range of businesses, among them airlines and airports,
  restaurants, hotels, attractions, leisure destinations, sports
  teams, concert venues, zoos, aquariums, waterparks, RV parks, and
  summer camps; indirect contributors include grocery stores, gas
  stations, retail stores, and small businesses; and
         WHEREAS, Dedicated to the advancement of tourism, the Texas
  Travel Industry Association represents and advocates for the
  interests of a diverse membership that includes travel
  destinations, accommodations, attractions, and transportation and
  support businesses; in addition, the organization offers
  networking opportunities as well as marketing and educational
  programs; and
         WHEREAS, The state's vibrant tourism sector fosters economic
  prosperity while enhancing the image of Texas around the world, and
  through its tireless efforts, the TTIA is furthering the positive
  effects of this important industry; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby honor the Texas Travel Industry Association for
  its contributions and extend to its members sincere best wishes for
  continued success; 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.