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          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 162          WHEREAS, On February 5, 2025, representatives from Dallas   County arts organizations will attend the annual Texas Arts   Advocacy Day at the State Capitol; and          WHEREAS, Hosted by Texans for the Arts Foundation, Texas   Arts Advocacy Day is an opportunity for artists, creative   industry leaders, administrators, and educators to join together   to champion strong public policies for the arts; and          WHEREAS, Home to a thriving arts community, Dallas boasts   three Texas Cultural Districts as designated by the Texas   Commission on the Arts: Fair Park, Deep Ellum, and the Dallas   Arts District, which is the nation's largest contiguous urban   arts district; among its many cultural institutions are the   Dallas Museum of Art, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, the   Music Hall at Fair Park, and the Latino Cultural Center; the AT&T   Performing Arts Center is another important hub of activity,   encompassing three exceptional performance venues: the Winspear   Opera House, Wyly Theatre, and Strauss Square; and          WHEREAS, The City of Irving makes a notable contribution to   the area's arts offerings and benefits from a wealth of   organizations, including the Irving Black Arts Council and the   Irving Arts Center, which hosts performances, art exhibits, and   other activities; moreover, the city counts the Irving Symphony   Orchestra and the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving among its   performing ensembles; and          WHEREAS, In addition to enriching the quality of life for   residents, the arts industry in Dallas County supports thousands   of jobs, promotes tourism, and makes a significant impact on the   local economy; and          WHEREAS, Arts organizations elevate a city's vibrant   cultural life, and their vital role in the prosperity of the   region is indeed worthy of special recognition; now, therefore,   be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby recognize the arts organizations of Dallas   County on the occasion of Texas Arts Advocacy Day and extend to   the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and   memorable trip to Austin.     Johnson, Parker                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on February 26, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate