H.R. No. 302 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, For more than 50 years, Richardson Republican Women has made significant contributions to its North Texas community, and on March 3, 2011, members are visiting the State Capitol to celebrate Texas Federation of Republican Women Day; and WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1958, the club has expanded its efforts to promote positive change through its participation in many worthy initiatives; and WHEREAS, Members of the organization devote their time and energy to supporting outreach and literacy programs in the Richardson community; the club also offers financial assistance to the state's public libraries, helping to ensure that those vital facilities remain available to our state's citizens; and WHEREAS, Numerous honors and accolades have been received by the club and its members, including a certificate of appreciation from the Dallas County Council of Republican Women's executive committee, a certificate of merit from the Texas Federation of Republican Women, and a Participation, Activity, and Teamwork Award; and WHEREAS, The members of Richardson Republican Women are committed to supporting their community, and they may reflect with pride on their many contributions; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby commend the members of Richardson Republican Women for working to make a difference in the lives of their fellow Texans and extend to them sincere best wishes for a memorable visit to the State Capitol for Texas Federation of Republican Women Day; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Richardson Republican Women as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Button Madden Carter ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 302 was adopted by the House on February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House