TITLE: Recognizing March 11, 2025, as Lone Star Economic Alliance Day at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing March 11, 2025, as Lone Star Economic Alliance Day at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Members of the Lone Star Economic Alliance are gathering at the State Capitol on March 11, 2025; and WHEREAS, Founded in 2024, LSEA is a diverse coalition of trade associations, citizens, and businesses of all sizes; with a membership of more than 1,000, the alliance represents a wide range of critical industries across the state, including transportation, agriculture, construction, finance, food and beverage, home services, housing, law, medical supplies, and oil and gas; and WHEREAS, The organization works to foster a business-friendly environment, advocating for policies that allow employers to increase job creation while providing affordable goods and services to Texas families; and WHEREAS, Placing a special focus on the cost of litigation for Texas companies, LSEA works to raise awareness of how the large volume of lawsuits has led to increases in liability insurance premiums, which can result in higher prices for consumers; and WHEREAS, The members of the Lone Star Economic Alliance have demonstrated a commitment to strengthening the Texas business economy, and it is indeed a pleasure to welcome them to Austin; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 11, 2025, as Lone Star Economic Alliance Day at the State Capitol and extend to the delegation sincere best wishes for an enjoyable visit. McQueeney Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 501 was adopted by the House on March 11, 2025, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House