SR51 - Recognizing March 6, 2025, as National Vending Day.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 51          WHEREAS, National Vending Day is taking place on   March 6, 2025; and            WHEREAS, The observance was established by the National   Automatic Merchandising Association to recognize the many   contributions of the vending and convenience services industry;   in Texas, the industry generates more than $2.3 billion in the   state's economy, $691.7 million in wages, and nearly $200 million   in tax revenue; and            WHEREAS, The vending industry encompasses a wide variety   of unattended retail services, including traditional vending   machines and micro markets, office coffee and pantry services,   manufacturing, and small-drop distribution; in addition, the   industry uses innovative technologies to deliver food,   beverages, and other items to consumers; and            WHEREAS, To promote public health, the vending and   convenience services industry has committed to increasing the   percentage of healthy food and beverages in vending machines   nationwide; the industry has also worked to offer options to food   deserts and underserved communities through its supply chain,   commissary, and "last-foot" distribution services; during the   COVID-19 pandemic, the industry provided essential services to   support first responders and other critical businesses; and            WHEREAS, The vending and convenience services industry has   contributed significantly to the prosperity of the Lone Star   State, and all those involved in this important sector are indeed   deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it            RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby recognize March 6, 2025, as  National     Vending Day.     King                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on March 6, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate