HR102 - Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce.

      H.R. No. 102       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce is   celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, and this occasion   provides a welcome opportunity to honor this outstanding civic   organization; and          WHEREAS, Established on November 13, 1925, the Greater Taylor   Chamber of Commerce was founded by local businesspeople who wanted   to make a positive difference in their community; Stephen G.   Gernert was elected as its first president in December 1925, and the   chamber was formally chartered by the State of Texas on February 16,   1926; and          WHEREAS, Local businesses have been the driving force behind   the success of the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce, and it   currently has more than 360 members from a wide range of industries,   including finance, retail, transportation, and manufacturing,   representing thousands of employees in Taylor and the surrounding   area; and          WHEREAS, The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recognizes chambers   throughout the country with accreditation for their dedication to   reviewing, improving, and promoting strong business practices,   recognizing leadership and outstanding contributions to the   community, and supporting the principles of free enterprise; the   Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce was awarded Five-Star   Distinction accreditation in November 2024, placing the   organization in the top three percent of chambers in the United   States; and          WHEREAS, Over the past century, the Greater Taylor Chamber of   Commerce has played an integral role in the growth and prosperity of   the community, and it is indeed deserving of recognition as it marks   this special milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Greater   Taylor Chamber of Commerce and extend to its members sincere best   wishes for continued success; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard by the   Texas House of Representatives.     Harris Davila     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 102 was adopted by the House on March   6, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House