H.R. No. 237
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Manufacturers in Texas play an integral role in the
  state's economy and development, and their important contributions
  merit special recognition; and
         WHEREAS, Texas manufacturing contributes more than
  $241 billion to the state's economy, totaling 13 percent of the
  gross output in the state; because of this outstanding level of
  production, Texas is the nation's leading exporter of manufactured
  goods, with items made in Texas representing over $200 billion of
  the manufactured products exported from the United States; and
         WHEREAS, Approximately 881,000 Texans work in the sector,
  receiving an average annual compensation of over $90,000; these
  positions spur subsequent growth, with every new manufacturing job
  leading to the creation of between 2 to 16 additional openings;
  moreover, manufacturing is responsible for more than 60 percent of
  all private sector research and development spending; and
         WHEREAS, The wide variety of products manufactured in Texas
  includes chemicals, computers and semiconductors, electronics,
  machinery, petroleum and coal goods, pharmaceuticals and medical
  devices, food and beverage items, agricultural products, aerospace
  products, motor vehicles, plastics, textiles, and rubber; this
  broad diversity is key to maintaining a competitive advantage in an
  increasingly global economy; and
         WHEREAS, Across the state, the industry is represented by
  such central professional associations as the Texas Association of
  Manufacturers, as well as myriad regional associations, including
  San Antonio, North Texas, Dallas County, South Texas, Harlingen,
  San Marcos, New Braunfels, Washington County, Greater Houston,
  Harris County, and Austin Regional; and
         WHEREAS, Manufacturers drive innovation, create well-paid
  job opportunities for many Texans, and contribute to the future
  economic health of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize February 21, 2023, as Texas
  Manufacturers' Day and extend to all those associated with these
  vital businesses sincere best wishes for continued success.
 
  Thompson of Brazoria
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 237 was adopted by the House on
  February 21, 2023, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House