H.R. No. 2516
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The observance of Texas Federation for Republican
Outreach Legislative Day at the State Capitol on May 23, 2013,
provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the notable service of
Margie Phelps of Houston as a former Republican Party precinct
chair; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1986 as the Black Republican Council
of Texas, the Texas Federation for Republican Outreach is an
auxiliary of the Republican Party of Texas that recruits African
American voters as Republican precinct chairs in Harris and Fort
Bend Counties; citizens who have participated in this initiative
come from a wide range of backgrounds, but they share common values,
including devotion to family, faith, and freedom, and they strive
together to promote increased diversity in the party; and
WHEREAS, Precinct chairs serve as the ambassadors of their
political party, and they take on responsibilities that require
tremendous dedication and many hours of hard work; moreover, they
serve as election judges in primary and general elections; these
civic-minded individuals are integral to the success of the party's
mission to elect public servants who will build a better tomorrow;
and
WHEREAS, Through their involvement, precinct chairs are
making a positive difference in their communities, this state, and
the nation, and they may take justifiable pride in their admirable
record of civic engagement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Margie Phelps for serving as a former
Republican Party precinct chair and extend to this outstanding
Texan sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Margie Phelps as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
White
Carter
Turner of Collin
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2516 was adopted by the House on May
24, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House