SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 117
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, the
advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, and its
dedicated volunteers for their outstanding work toward the goal of
reducing the occurrence of cancer in our state through advancing
laws and policies that will make cancer a top priority; and
WHEREAS, Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the
United States and will claim the lives of 580,000 Americans this
year alone; the annual costs of cancer exceed $200 billion
nationwide; and
WHEREAS, Investment in cancer research has paid impressive
dividends, reducing the death rate and saving thousands of
lives; and
WHEREAS, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
volunteers across Texas are engaged in numerous activities to
support the fight against cancer and assist those living with the
disease; more than 300 Relay For Life events across the state
engage local communities in working to raise awareness on public
policy issues important to the fight against cancer; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby commend the American Cancer Society Cancer
Action Network and its devoted volunteers on their exceptional
work in fighting this deadly disease and extend to them best
wishes for continued success in their efforts; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
this outstanding organization as an expression of high 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 February 6, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate