SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 15
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in
recognizing the senior citizens of this state on the occasion of
Senior Day at the State Capitol in 2011; and
WHEREAS, Senior Day presents an opportunity for senior
citizens to come together for discussion of their mutual
interests and for consultation with their elected officials
about issues of importance to them, their families, and society
as a whole; and
WHEREAS, Seniors are valuable citizens of this state and
have made many contributions to its progress and welfare; with
their experience, their wisdom, and their productive careers,
they have provided innovative ideas, created prosperity through
hard work, and sustained the economy, paying taxes and
volunteering in their communities for the benefit of society as a
whole; and
WHEREAS, The seniors of this state reflect diverse
cultural roots and exemplify the spirit of responsibility,
cooperation, and dedication to the common good that has
strengthened communities and made this state a better place; the
people of Texas are indebted to seniors for their lifetime of
work and for the standards of community service and citizenship
they have set; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the senior citizens of this
state for the valuable role they play in our society and extend to
them best wishes for an enjoyable and rewarding Senior Day at the
State Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of highest regard from the Texas Senate.
Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 18, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate