SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 397

WHEREAS, Reman Day is taking place on April 13, 2023; and

WHEREAS, An initiative of the Remanufacturing Industries Council, Reman Day highlights the environmental and economic benefits of remanufacturing; a comprehensive and rigorous industrial process, remanufacturing transforms used, worn, or non-functional products and components to "like new" or "better than new" condition; and

WHEREAS, Through remanufacturing, end-of-life goods, or items that are no longer considered useful, are diverted from landfills; the process has been recognized by numerous universities, research institutions, and manufacturers for its positive impact on the environment; and

WHEREAS, A 2012 U.S. International Trade Commission report indicated that remanufacturing activities supported at least 180,000 full-time jobs in the United States in 2011; it additionally stated that production of remanufactured goods in the U.S. increased by approximately 15 percent from 2009 to 2011 and that export of those goods totaled $11.7 billion in 2011; and

WHEREAS, Remanufacturing has long played a vital role in furthering the economic prosperity of the Lone Star State, and Reman Day is helping to ensure that future generations of Texans are equipped to carry on that strong tradition of innovation and industry; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby recognize April 13, 2023, as Reman Day and encourage all citizens to learn more about the benefits of remanufacturing.

Johnson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 11, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate