SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 135
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the San Antonio chapter of the National Association of
Women in Construction as it observes Women in Construction Week
March 3 through 9, 2013; and
WHEREAS, The San Antonio chapter is one of nearly 140
chapters nationwide and is among the largest in the country; its
members include general contractors, architects, project
managers, and suppliers, all of whom will celebrate the 55th
anniversary of the San Antonio chapter this August; and
WHEREAS, Women in Construction Week was established to
increase the profile of this vital segment of the industry and to
share resources among women in the business; and
WHEREAS, The National Association of Women in Construction
began in 1953 in Fort Worth; originally a network for 16 charter
members, it has become a national force that today champions the
nearly 800,000 women who work in American construction; and
WHEREAS, The San Antonio chapter works tirelessly to carry
out the mission of this esteemed organization; its activities
promote opportunity for its members and create awareness of the
varied roles women play in the construction industry, and its
leaders strive to ensure parity and deserved recognition for
these dedicated women; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby commend the San Antonio chapter of the
National Association of Women in Construction and extend to its
members best wishes for Women in Construction Week; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Van de Putte
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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