SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 570 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 April 18 and 19, 2013; 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 programs, notably playing a vital role in the support and advancement of such literacy programs as the Barbara Bush Literacy Library Project, the Mamie Eisenhower Library Project, and the Dictionary Project; and WHEREAS, The organization's officers for the 2012-2013 year are Carolyn Hodges, president; Debra Coffey, first vice president-special events; Cheri Creekmore, vice president-bylaws; Jeanette Sterner, vice president-campaign activities; Jody Rushton, vice president-finance; Besa Martin, vice president-legislation; Judy Parada, vice president-membership; Rachel Woods, vice president-programs; Jan Ott, secretary; Cynthia England, treasurer; and Rebecca Bradford, 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, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Texas Federation of Republican Women for their exemplary accomplishments and proclaim April 18 and 19, 2013, Texas Federation of Republican Women Legislative Days 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, Campbell, Huffman ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 2, 2013. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate