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      H.R. No. 1152       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The Ysleta del Sur Pueblo tribe has demonstrated an   unwavering commitment to the advancement of its people, culture,   and community; and          WHEREAS, One of three federally recognized Native American   tribes in the State of Texas, the YDSP descend from Tiguas who   relocated from modern-day New Mexico to the El Paso area in the 17th   century; they were industrious farmers, raising wheat, corn,   cattle, and horses, and helped build the Ysleta Mission; in 1682,   they established a government now considered the oldest in Texas;   and          WHEREAS, The YDSP today number more than 4,000 across the   nation; an active partner in the greater El Paso region, the Pueblo   owns and operates a variety of businesses that provide meaningful   employment and benefits for both tribal members and other area   residents; its government and diverse enterprises fund essential   infrastructure and services, including health care, education, law   enforcement, tribal courts, elder assistance, housing, and capital   improvements; in addition, the government is especially focused on   workforce training and job creation; and          WHEREAS, Valuing its autonomy, the YDSP incorporates   principles of wise self-governance in all its endeavors, from   service delivery and economic development to partnerships and   business connections; the Pueblo champions the rights and   prosperity of tribal members and works to maintain strong   relationships with neighboring communities; through collective   spirit and a variety of programs, it strengthens social cohesion   across the region while also preserving a rich heritage; and          WHEREAS, Current tribal officials include Cacique Jose   Sierra Sr., Governor E. Michael Silvas, Lieutenant Governor Adam   Torres, War Captain Omar Villanueva, Alguacil Raul Willie Almanzar   III, and Councilmen Rafael Gomez Jr., Raul Candelaria Jr., Andrew   Torrez, and Fabian Gomez; and          WHEREAS, Over the course of more than three centuries, the   Ysleta del Sur Pueblo tribe has played a key role in the evolution   of the El Paso region, and its efforts in behalf of progress for its   members continue to foster an environment where all area residents   can thrive; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby honor the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo for its   contributions and extend to the tribal members sincere best wishes   for the future; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the tribe as an expression of high regard by the Texas   House of Representatives.     González of El Paso     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 1152 was adopted by the House on June   1, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House