Bill Text: TX HR2358 | 2015-2016 | 84th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing Al Borrego of El Paso for his achievements as an artist.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2015-05-24 - Reported enrolled [HR2358 Detail]

Download: Texas-2015-HR2358-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 2358

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Al Borrego of El Paso has distinguished himself as a
gifted and accomplished artist, and his creative work has earned
the admiration of his fellow Texans; and
WHEREAS, An El Paso native and self-taught artist,
Mr. Borrego began painting in June 2007; he has since exhibited his
work in many venues, and he is very involved in the local cultural
scene; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Borrego played a key role in the development of
the San Elizario Historic District in the Mission Valley, which
draws many visitors to its artist studios, galleries, gift shops,
restaurants, and other attractions; the recipient of the 2010
McDonald's Hispanos Triunfadores Award for the arts, he has served
as president of the El Paso Art Association and as a member of the
Rio Bravo Watercolorists Society and the Juntos Art Association,
among other groups; and
WHEREAS, Al Borrego's talent and passion for his craft are
reflected in the impressive body of work that he has created over
the course of his career, and his dedicated efforts have furthered
the Lone Star State's reputation for excellence in the arts; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Al Borrego for his artistic achievements
and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Borrego as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
González
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2358 was adopted by the House on May
21, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House