Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the West Texas Legislative Summit and commending the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce for hosting the event.

89(R) HR 1520 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.R. No. 1520

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The West Texas Legislative Summit celebrated its

20th anniversary in 2024; and

WHEREAS, Hosted by the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce, the

summit was established in 2004 as a local policy forum; it has grown

into one of the state's premier legislative events, with an annual

attendance in excess of 500; in organizing the event, the chamber

partners with honorary co-hosts representing local, state, and

federal government; and

WHEREAS, The conference draws leaders from government,

business, and major industries to explore timely issues and to

develop collaborative solutions for challenges confronting the

region; WTLS has welcomed members of the Texas Legislature and the

U.S. Congress, cabinet-level officials, and executives from major

public and private institutions; and

WHEREAS, Designed to promote meaningful dialogue and

bipartisan collaboration, the event features keynote addresses,

expert panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking

opportunities; it drives strategic progress for the region by

bringing together diverse perspectives and developing productive

relationships; over the years, WTLS participants have considered a

broad array of topics, including water, energy, agriculture,

education, infrastructure, health care, and workforce development;

and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, the West Texas Legislative

Summit has served as a model for advocacy and leadership while

raising the profile of the Concho Valley, and its ongoing success is

a testament to the region's commitment to civic engagement and

cooperative problem-solving; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas

Legislature hereby commemorate the 20th anniversary of the

West Texas Legislative Summit and commend the San Angelo Chamber of

Commerce for hosting this important event; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

prepared for the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce as an expression of

high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Darby

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Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1520 was adopted by the House on June

2, 2025, by a non-record vote.

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Chief Clerk of the House