Bill Text: TX HR2236 | 2023-2024 | 88th Legislature | Enrolled

Texas House Resolution 2236

Bill Title: Honoring Arte Texas for its work to preserve and create murals in East Austin.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2023-05-26 - Reported enrolled [HR2236 Detail]

Download: Texas-2023-HR2236-Enrolled.html



	H.R. No. 2236



	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Arte Texas, an organization dedicated to restoring
	and creating murals in East Austin, is doing commendable work to
	preserve the unique cultural identity of this historic community;
	and
	WHEREAS, In 2015, Bertha Delgado enlisted a group of East
	Austin artists to form Arte Texas in an effort to ensure the
	continued existence of Chicano murals in the rapidly changing
	neighborhood; hailing from a family with deep roots in East Austin,
	Ms. Delgado led the organization in securing community support for
	its first project, the restoration of a mural known as La Lotería,
	which was completed through the collective efforts of members of
	the group and a number of local volunteers; and
	WHEREAS, Beyond restoring iconic murals, Arte Texas has led
	the way in reinvigorating public spaces in East Austin through the
	creation of new murals evoking the history and character of the
	area; recently, Ms. Delgado's team completed a mural depicting
	civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, which showcases the vibrant
	colors and intricate details that have historically been featured
	in works of street art on the east side; Arte Texas collaborated
	with the East Town Lake Citizens Neighborhood Association and
	nearby business owners to bring the mural to life, and the project
	received official endorsement with a proclamation from the City of
	Austin; and
	WHEREAS, Arte Texas is demonstrating the power of public art
	to celebrate creative expression, foster a sense of cultural pride,
	and reflect and embrace the diversity of the surrounding community,
	and the organization is making an invaluable contribution to East
	Austin through its many endeavors; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
	Legislature hereby honor Arte Texas for its work to preserve and
	create murals in East Austin and extend to Bertha Delgado and all
	those involved in furthering the mission of the organization
	sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
	prepared for Arte Texas as an expression of high regard by the Texas
	House of Representatives.

	Flores

	______________________________
	Speaker of the House

	I certify that H.R. No. 2236 was adopted by the House on May
	26, 2023, by a non-record vote.

	______________________________
	Chief Clerk of the House