Texas House Bill HR2379

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 5/20/09
• Refer: 5/20/09
• Enrolled: 5/26/09
• Passed: 5/26/09

Caption

Commending Melissa Wiseman on her record of service with the El Paso YWCA.

Impact

Wiseman's leadership has been pivotal in the expansion of the El Paso YWCA from a single facility to a network of several branches across the region. Her efforts have been recognized both locally and nationally as she played a fundamental role in the establishment of the Shirley Leavell Branch and has served at the national level within the YWCA network. The resolution highlights the importance of dedicated volunteers like Wiseman who impact their communities positively.

Summary

House Resolution 2379 commends Melissa Wiseman for her significant contributions through her service with the YWCA El Paso del Norte Region. The YWCA has been dedicated to empowering and enriching the lives of women and girls in the El Paso area, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2009. Wiseman's involvement with the organization dates back to 1974 when she joined as a charter member of the YWCA's Le Collage program, which supported stay-at-home mothers in community and parenting skills.

Contention

While the bill primarily serves to honor Wiseman, underlying issues pertain to the role of community centers like the YWCA in promoting women's rights and empowerment in society. The resolution can also be viewed in the context of a larger conversation about community service organizations and their historical significance in advocating for social change, particularly concerning the welfare and rights of women.