Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR903

Introduced
5/13/09  
Introduced
5/13/09  
Enrolled
5/13/09  
Enrolled
5/13/09  
Passed
5/13/09  

Caption

Recognizing Jewell McGowen on the occasion of her 80th birthday.

Impact

The resolution formally recognizes Jewell McGowen's impact on the community through her numerous roles, including teaching and counseling within the Houston Independent School District, and her leadership in various community organizations such as the Northeast Cultural Arts Council and the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats.

Summary

SR903 is a Senate Resolution that honors Jewell McGowen on the occasion of her 80th birthday, celebrated on May 24, 2009. The resolution pays tribute to her remarkable life and contributions to the community, highlighting her educational achievements, her long-standing dedication as an educator, counselor, and community leader, as well as her significant involvement in political affairs.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory in nature, it also implicitly acknowledges the contributions of African American women in local politics and community leadership, reflecting the broader themes of representation and acknowledgment within public discourse. No specific points of contention are recorded around the resolution, suggesting a unified sentiment regarding McGowen's contributions and character.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR562

Recognizing Diorene Thomas on the occasion of her 80th birthday.

TX SR137

Recognizing Forney Fenimore "John" Lawing Jr. on the occasion of his 80th birthday.

TX SR14

Recognizing Carolyn Guidry Beckham on the occasion of her 85th birthday.

TX SR28

Recognizing Rod Paige on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

TX HR254

Congratulating former State Representative Jerry A. Madden on the occasion of his 80th birthday.

TX SR425

Recognizing Salvatore Zaccagnino on the occasion of his 85th birthday.

TX SR32

Recognizing Mae Ping Wong on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

TX SR313

Recognizing Cynthia Horn on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

TX SR477

Recognizing Mary Magdalene Davis-Parry on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

TX SR67

Recognizing Donald Gene Davidson on the occasion of his 95th birthday.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.