HR410 - Recognizing May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month.

      H.R. No. 410       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, May 2025 is being observed as Jewish American   Heritage Month, a time to recognize the many vital contributions   made by Jewish Americans; and          WHEREAS, The American Jewish community traces its roots to   1654, when a group of 23 Jewish men, women, and children migrated to   New York from Recife, Brazil, to escape the threat of persecution;   during the more than 350 years that have followed, Jewish Americans   have played an integral role in our nation's development and have   demonstrated their commitment to their country and their   communities in myriad ways; only a few years after the American   Jewish community celebrated its 350th anniversary, May was   proclaimed as Jewish American Heritage Month by President George W.   Bush in 2006; and          WHEREAS, Throughout our history, Jewish Americans have   served in government and the military, have headed universities and   corporations, and have upheld the rule of law as members of the U.S.   Supreme Court; they have made significant advancements in science   and medicine and won Nobel Prizes for their discoveries, and they   have immeasurably enriched American culture through their   collective achievements in art, literature, music, and other   creative arenas; the members of Jewish organizations in Texas are   working to build on the legacy of the countless Jews from across the   state who have made significant contributions to society, culture,   and industry; and          WHEREAS, Since the time of our country's founding, Jewish   Americans have distinguished themselves in numerous areas of   endeavor, and it is fitting to acknowledge the role that they   continue to play in furthering the prosperity and quality of life of   our state and nation; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage   Month.     Bhojani     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 410 was adopted by the House on March   13, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House