SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 168

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to welcome to Austin the members of the Abilene delegation on the occasion of Abilene Day at the Capitol, which is being celebrated February 13, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Abilene has been one of the foremost commercial, agricultural, and educational centers in West Texas since its founding in the late 19th century; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, the Abilene Chamber of Commerce has played a vital role in making Abilene the inviting place in which to live and work that it is today; and

WHEREAS, In its early days, the chamber was instrumental in such civic improvements as the development of adequate water supplies; later, efforts by the chamber led to the construction of a new Taylor County Courthouse and a modern airport terminal; the chamber and city officials were largely responsible for the establishment of Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene; and

WHEREAS, The people of Abilene are justifiably proud of their city for its countless contributions to the growth and prosperity of our state, and it is truly fitting that a day be set aside to celebrate Abilene's many assets; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the Abilene delegation for a memorable Abilene Day at the Capitol; and, be it further

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

Perry, Buckingham

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 13, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate

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Member, Texas Senate