SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 358
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	join the men and women of the Texas tourism industry and Texans
	across the state in celebrating February 23, 2011, as Texas
	Travel Industry Day at the Capitol; and
	WHEREAS, Known throughout the world for its hospitality
	and natural beauty, Texas is a premier travel destination; in
	2009 alone, some $51.8 billion was spent by visitors to the
	state; and
	WHEREAS, Tourism supports more than 500,000 jobs in the
	state and plays a significant role in ensuring Texas' continuing
	prosperity; and
	WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that a day be set aside to
	acknowledge the importance of the travel and tourism industry to
	our state; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby commend the men and women of the Texas
	tourism industry for their many contributions to our state's
	well-being and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Texas
	Travel Industry Day at the Capitol; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
	honor of this special day.
	Lucio
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 23, 2011.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate