H.R. No. 871 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, A strong democracy depends on a citizenry engaged with the issues of the day and committed to participation in the political process; and WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1980, the Lake Highlands Republican Women's Club of Dallas has worked to advance the issues of its party and to ensure the election of its candidates to local and statewide office; and WHEREAS, The efforts of its members have helped to increase the political awareness and effectiveness of hundreds of women by persuading them that their participation in public affairs is vital; and WHEREAS, Members of the Lake Highlands Republican Women's Club are making a difference in their community, state, and nation, and they may reflect with pride on their rich history of civic engagement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby honor the Lake Highlands Republican Women's Club for its many accomplishments and extend to its members sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the club as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Carter ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 871 was adopted by the House on March 31, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House