HR147 - Recognizing February 19, 2025, as Texas Chapter of the American College of Physicians Advocacy Leadership Day at the State Capitol.

      H.R. No. 147       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Members of the Texas Chapter of the American College   of Physicians are gathering in Austin on February 19, 2025, for the   organization's Advocacy Leadership Day at the State Capitol; and          WHEREAS, Dedicated to promoting quality health care for all   Texans, TXACP works to advance the field of internal medicine   through advocacy, education, and initiatives aimed at enhancing   patient care and medical standards in Texas; the organization   represents more than 8,000 physicians, residents, medical   students, and affiliate members and comprises two regions with   representative leadership throughout the state; and          WHEREAS, TXACP Services supports and improves the practice of   internal medicine by addressing the scientific, economic, social,   and political aspects of medicine to maintain the highest standards   of patient care; and          WHEREAS, The TXACP Foundation fosters knowledge and   philanthropy that enhances health care in Texas by promoting   initiatives such as the General Internal Medicine Statewide   Preceptorship Program, which encourages students to enter the field   of internal medicine and supports residents in educational and   scientific endeavors; and          WHEREAS, The Texas Chapter of the American College of   Physicians has rendered exceptional service to internal medicine   professionals across the state, and the organization's Advocacy   Leadership Day provides an important opportunity to connect with   fellow medical professionals, to learn about current legislative   issues impacting the field, and to engage with lawmakers about key   health care policies; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as the Texas   Chapter of the American College of Physicians Advocacy Leadership   Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting   delegation; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for TXACP as an expression of high regard by the Texas   House of Representatives.     Lalani     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 147 was adopted by the House on March   20, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House