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This resolution commends Bat Conservation International (BCI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to bat conservation and research, for its significant contributions to protecting bat species in Texas and globally. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Austin, BCI has been instrumental in research, habitat restoration, and public education about bats, which play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems through pollination, seed dispersal, and insect control. The resolution highlights BCI's notable achievements, including securing over 1,400 acres for the Bracken Cave Preserve (home to 20 million Mexican free-tailed bats), partnering with various conservation organizations and government agencies, and working to combat white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease threatening bat populations. The Texas House of Representatives specifically recognizes BCI's efforts in protecting bat habitats, educating the public about the ecological and economic importance of bats (estimated to save agricultural producers hundreds of millions of dollars annually), and inspiring Texans to appreciate and support bat conservation. The resolution formally commends BCI for its vital contributions and extends best wishes for continued success, while also directing that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard.

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