Senate Resolution 1022
By: Senators Rahman of the 5th, Orrock of the 36th, Harbison of the 15th, Howard of the
35th, Rhett of the 33rd and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the 2026 Walk for Peace; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, in a time of great change and reflection for our nation, people across Texas and
the United States are seeking ways to promote unity, healing, and peace in our communities;
and
WHEREAS, the 2026 Walk for Peace was a 2,300-mile spiritual and patriotic pilgrimage that
began at the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth, Texas, and traveled on
foot through nine states to the White House in Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, this historic journey was led by Bhikkhu Pannakara, accompanied by 19
Buddhist monks, and Aloka, the "Peace Dog," embodying the timeless values of the Buddhist
tradition-wisdom, compassion, and mindfulness while also honoring deeply held American
principles of unity, personal responsibility, and mutual respect; and
WHEREAS, this mindful journey sought to promote compassion, unity, and community
healing through peaceful presence, intentional walking, and engagement with local residents;
and
WHEREAS, during this critical time when communities across our nation are facing rising
mental health challenges, divisions, and global uncertainty, the 2026 Walk for Peace serves
as a reminder that peace is not merely a destination but a practice that begins within and
radiates outward to families, communities, and nations; and
WHEREAS, ending on February 11, 2026, the Walk for Peace represented an open invitation
to people of all faiths, backgrounds, and beliefs to join in a shared aspiration: to live with
greater compassion, mutual respect, and understanding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
honor the 2026 Walk for Peace and extend sincere best wishes to all its participants for future
health and happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the
press.