Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas House Bill HR1937

Caption

Congratulating Jennifer Manzay on her selection as a Women's History Month honoree of the Southeast Dallas Business and Professional Women's Senior and Youth Clubs.

Impact

The passage of HR1937 does not directly alter state laws but serves to promote awareness and appreciation of the contributions of women in fields where they are less frequently acknowledged. The resolution underscores the role of organizations that celebrate Women's History Month, thereby encouraging local communities to recognize and honor female achievements in various professional sectors. This act could lead to increased visibility for similar initiatives and inspire local governments, institutions, and organizations to create recognition programs.

Summary

House Resolution 1937 is a commendation bill recognizing Jennifer Manzay for her significant contributions to the field of engineering. The resolution highlights her achievements and her representation of women, particularly African American women, in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) sectors, which traditionally have been underrepresented by female professionals. The bill emphasizes the importance of such recognition to inspire future generations of women pursuing careers in STEM.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding HR1937 is positive, with support evident from both the legislative members and the community organizations involved. Celebrating female role models in STEM is seen as integral to empowering young women and fostering diversity in technical fields. The recognition serves to uplift underrepresented voices and promote broader participation of women in engineering and other STEM-related industries.

Contention

While HR1937 is mainly a commendation bill with largely unanimous support, potential points of contention could arise regarding the broader issues of representation in STEM careers and the existing barriers that women, especially women of color, face in these fields. The resolution opens up discussions about ongoing challenges in encouraging more inclusive educational and professional environments, which could be an area for conflict among different stakeholders invested in educational equity.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR90

Congratulating Jennifer East of Riceland Healthcare on her selection as the 2023 Nurse Practitioner of the Year by the Southeast Texas Nurse Practitioners.

TX HR776

Honoring Women of Bexar County for Women's History Month.

TX HR950

Honoring native Texan Jennifer Garner for her outstanding achievements in acting, business, and philanthropy.

TX HR368

Congratulating Jennifer Spiller on her receipt of a 2022 Joe S. Mundy Award from Southwestern University.

TX HR1760

Congratulating Angela Burley on her selection as the 2022-2023 Secondary Teacher of the Year for Dallas ISD.

TX HR949

Congratulating Mariah Rodriguez on her selection as the 2023 Youth of the Year by the J. T. & Margaret Talkington Boys & Girls Club in Lubbock.

TX HR1125

Congratulating Cece Cox and Shelly Skeen of Dallas on their marriage.

TX HR1177

Recognizing April 2023 as Second Chance Month and honoring Maggie Luna and Jennifer Toon for their contributions as activists for criminal justice reform and rehabilitation.

TX HR2360

Honoring Linda Turner Spears for her contributions to Port Arthur and Southeast Texas.

TX HR140

Congratulating Alejandra Llanos of McAllen on being named the 2023 National Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.