HR1132 - Recognizing May 14, 2025, as Vietnamese American Day at the State Capitol.

      H.R. No. 1132       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The observance of Vietnamese American Day at the   State Capitol on May 14, 2025, provides a welcome opportunity to   recognize the wide-ranging contributions that Vietnamese Americans   have made to the Lone Star State; and          WHEREAS, Texas has long been home to a vibrant population of   Vietnamese Americans, many of whom found refuge in the state   following the fall of South Vietnam in 1975; over the past half   century, Vietnamese Americans have become an indispensable part of   the state's social, economic, and cultural tapestry, and today,   Texas is home to more than 300,000 Vietnamese American residents;   and          WHEREAS, Across the state, Vietnamese Americans have carved   out thriving hubs of cultural and commercial activity, including   Houston's Little Saigon, Austin's Vietnamese Business District, and   Dallas's Asian Trade District; these areas stand as enduring   symbols of resilience, innovation, and the transformative power of   entrepreneurship; and          WHEREAS, The economic impact of Vietnamese Americans in Texas   is both profound and far-reaching, with their initiatives   contributing millions of dollars annually to the state's economy;   Vietnamese Americans are active in a range of business sectors and   are especially prominent in the fields of food service, health   care, and technology; and          WHEREAS, Vietnamese Americans have demonstrated a steadfast   commitment to civic engagement and public service, with many   answering the call to military duty, enhancing schools and   universities through their expertise as educators, and advancing   community well-being as medical professionals; and          WHEREAS, The preservation of Vietnamese cultural heritage   has significantly enriched Texas' multicultural identity; annual   celebrations such as Tet, or Vietnamese Lunar New Year, attract   tens of thousands of participants statewide, and feature lion   dances, performances, and other festivities that foster mutual   understanding; numerous organizations from the suburbs of Houston   to the bustling downtown of Dallas have dedicated their time and   efforts to maintaining Vietnamese traditions, language, and art to   ensure that younger generations remain connected to their heritage   while contributing to Texas' shared cultural legacy; and          WHEREAS, The story of Vietnamese Americans is one of   extraordinary perseverance, from the challenges of resettlement to   the triumphs of generational achievement, and their journey   reflects the ideals of courage, family, and community that resonate   deeply with the values of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize May 14, 2025, as Vietnamese American   Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating   sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable visit to Austin.     Vo     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 1132 was adopted by the House on May   23, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House