Bill Text: TX HR2002 | 2021-2022 | 87th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing June 2022 as National Dairy Month in Texas.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2021-06-02 - Reported enrolled [HR2002 Detail]

Download: Texas-2021-HR2002-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 2002

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, June 2022 has been designated National Dairy Month,
and this observance provides a welcome opportunity to celebrate the
noteworthy efforts of dairy farmers, while also encouraging
families to make dairy products a part of their balanced diet; and
WHEREAS, Established as National Milk Month in 1937, it
evolved into National Dairy Month to annually recognize the
important role dairy farming plays in the agricultural sector of
the United States economy and its role in providing a valuable
source of nutrition to the American public; and
WHEREAS, The Lone Star State is home to approximately 350
dairies and over half a million exceptional cows, with the largest
number of dairy cows concentrated in the Panhandle; the care of
dairy cows is an important part of successful dairy farming; dairy
farmers know that healthy, happy cows produce more high-quality
milk, so the animals' well-being is top priority; and
WHEREAS, With the best animal husbandry practices utilized by
Texas dairy farmers, we see dairy production flourish; together,
milk production and processing add billions of dollars to the Texas
economy and continue to grow and generate employment, creating
around 213,000 jobs across the state; dairy products represent one
of the most important commodities in the agricultural sector and
are crucial to the continued vibrancy of the Texas and national
economies; and
WHEREAS, Whether it's a glass of milk, cheese on your pizza,
or a big scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day, dairy products are a
nutrient-rich staple of the American diet; from calcium to
potassium, dairy products like pasteurized milk contain nine
essential nutrients which may help to better manage weight and
reduce the risk of high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and certain
cancers; from protein to help build and repair the muscle tissue of
active bodies to vitamin A to help maintain healthy skin, dairy
products are great sources of protein, calcium, and vitamins for
people in all walks of life, especially children and senior adults;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate National Dairy Month 2022 and extend
to Texas dairy farmers sincere appreciation for their important and
invaluable work.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2002 was adopted by the House on May
31, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House