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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, March 23, 2023, is Pakistan Day, the day that |
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commemorates the 83rd anniversary of the Lahore Resolution and it |
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is fitting to welcome those visiting the State Capitol in |
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observance of the day; and |
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WHEREAS, Pakistan Day is observed annually on March 23rd by |
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over 80,000 Pakistanis that call Texas home and by Pakistanis all |
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over the world; and |
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WHEREAS, This occasion provides the opportunity to recognize |
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the societal, religious, linguistic, and economic contributions of |
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the people and families who have immigrated to Texas from Pakistan; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, The success of Texas has been bolstered by |
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Pakistanis and Pakistani-Texans through their professional work, |
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cultural background, and values of peace and prosperity; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, the State of Texas joins Pakistanis in |
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celebrating Pakistan Day and in promoting diversity, inclusion, |
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education, and the appreciation of Pakistani culture and the |
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Pakistani community residing in our state; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize Pakistan Day and welcome all those who |
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are visiting the State Capitol on March 23, 2023, in honor of this |
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special day. |
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Lalani |
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Reynolds |
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Bhojani |
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Speaker of the House |
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I certify that H.R. No. 581 was adopted by the House on March |
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20, 2023, by a non-record vote. |
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Chief Clerk of the House |
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