TITLE: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its founding in 2025; and WHEREAS, Established in 1975, TAMACC serves as the organizational umbrella for member Hispanic chambers and business organizations across the state; the association is dedicated to promoting business leadership, creating economic opportunities, and providing legislative advocacy for the Hispanic business community; and WHEREAS, One of the leading advocates for the approximately 700,000 Hispanic-owned businesses in Texas, TAMACC is headquartered in Buda and composed of 18 local Hispanic chambers of commerce and more than 15,000 members; each year, the organization conducts a convention and business expo, leadership development and procurement conferences, a legislative advocacy program, and a Women of Distinction Awards luncheon; and WHEREAS, TAMACC also provides technical assistance and support to its members, fosters mutually beneficial relationships with affiliate organizations, and assists in the development of new chambers; moreover, its mentorship program, Leadership Tejas, helps prepare Hispanic business owners, company managers, community leaders, and volunteers for prominent positions in their communities and organizations; and WHEREAS, For half a century, the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce has played an integral role in the growth and vitality of the Hispanic business community, and the organization is indeed deserving of recognition as it marks this special milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce and extend to all those affiliated with the organization 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. Flores Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 901 was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House