TITLE: Commending organizations in the area along the Interstate 35 corridor for their contributions to the state's economy.

SUMMARY: Commending organizations in the area along the Interstate 35 corridor for their contributions to the state's economy.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The area along the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio has been identified as one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States; and WHEREAS, Numerous entities within the area have worked diligently to promote economic development and to create job opportunities, including the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, the Austin Chamber of Commerce, the Lockhart Chamber of Commerce, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, Opportunity Austin, greater:SATX, and the Greater San Marcos Partnership; and WHEREAS, These entities, along with the Texas Department of Transportation, local governments, and the SH 130 Concession Company, have recognized the need for infrastructure and operational advancements to accommodate growth, enhance the safety and mobility of the traveling public, and improve the quality of life for residents in the region; and WHEREAS, Interstate 35 has state, national, and international significance as a key transportation corridor for passengers and goods, and all those who work to enhance the economic vitality of the surrounding area are indeed deserving of special recognition for their contributions; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commend the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, the Austin Chamber of Commerce, the Lockhart Chamber of Commerce, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, Opportunity Austin, greater:SATX, the Greater San Marcos Partnership, the Texas Department of Transportation, the SH 130 Concession Company, and local governments throughout the region for their efforts and extend to all those affiliated with the entities sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the entities as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bucy Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2280 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2023, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House