SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 409
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the members of the Texas Federation of Republican Women
on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol on March 3, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Federation of Republican Women is one of
the largest women's political organizations in the country;
organized in 1955, 17 years after the National Federation of
Republican Women was formed, it is widely recognized for its
effectiveness in the election of Republican Party candidates to
city, county, state, and national offices; and
WHEREAS, Members of the Texas Federation of Republican
Women spend countless hours researching issues and working on
behalf of Republican Party candidates; they also dedicate their
efforts in support of community service projects and other worthy
causes; the organization's officers for the 2010-2011 year are
Rebecca Bradford, president; Carolyn Hodges, first vice
president-special events; Betty J. Hill, vice president-bylaws;
Jeanette Sterner, vice president-campaign activities; Marilyn
Davis, vice president-finance; Barbara Larson, vice
president-legislation; Jan Ott, vice president-membership;
Rebecca Williamson, vice president-programs; Linda Schenck,
secretary; Cynthia England, treasurer; and Toni Anne Dashiell,
immediate past president; and
WHEREAS, Through the commitment, hard work, and dedication
of federation members, women of all ages, ethnic groups, and
backgrounds have an increased awareness of political issues and
have recognized their importance in the political process; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Texas Federation
of Republican Women for their exemplary accomplishments and
proclaim March 3, 2011, Texas Federation of Republican Women
Legislative Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
this organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas
Senate.
Nelson, Huffman, Shapiro
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 1, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate