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This resolution recognizes March 4, 2025, as Legislative Advocacy Day for the Texas Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy (TSGE) at the Texas State Capitol. The resolution highlights the organization's significant contributions to healthcare, noting that TSGE was founded in 1975 and consists of over 800 physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to preventing, diagnosing, and treating digestive diseases, with a particular focus on colorectal cancer. The resolution emphasizes that March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and acknowledges TSGE's efforts to increase screening access, especially in underserved communities. By recognizing this day, the Texas House of Representatives aims to draw attention to the importance of digestive health, cancer prevention, and the ongoing work of medical professionals in improving healthcare across Texas. The resolution formally welcomes the TSGE delegation to the State Capitol and commends the organization for its commitment to advancing medical knowledge, providing continuing education, and advocating for policies that support patient health.

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