H.R. No. 750
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas Young Democrats are holding their 2011
convention in Austin April 1 through 3 in conjunction with the Young
Democrats of America South-Central Regional Conference, which
includes members from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and
Texas; and
WHEREAS, Young Democrats is the youth arm of the Democratic
Party; its membership is for those under the age of 36, and its
mission is to promote participation in the electoral process, to
influence the ideals of the Democratic Party, and to develop the
skills of its members to serve as leaders at the local and national
level; and
WHEREAS, Formed in 1932, Texas Young Democrats brings
together high school and college students, youth leaders, and young
professionals to take part in the political process as supporters
of the Democratic Party; it provides a forum for Texans to learn
about politics, meet other activists, and debate issues, and many
of its members have enjoyed distinguished careers in public
service; and
WHEREAS, By urging engagement in public dialogue, the Texas
Young Democrats and their colleagues in the Young Democrats of
America South-Central Region forge strong links between citizens
and their governmental representatives and help strengthen the
rights and traditions that are the foundation of American
democracy; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 2011 convention of the Texas
Young Democrats and the Young Democrats of America South-Central
Regional Conference and extend to the participants sincere best
wishes for a memorable and meaningful event.
Davis of Dallas
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 750 was adopted by the House on March
17, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House