SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 653 WHEREAS, A strong democracy depends on a citizenry involved with the issues of the day and committed to participation in the political process; and WHEREAS, Walker County Republican Women has long played an active role in its East Texas community; since its founding, the group has worked to support and elect Republican candidates and to promote the ideals and principles of the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, The organization currently has 100 members who are committed to increasing political awareness as they participate in candidate forums, the Trade Expo and Taste of Huntsville, Fair on the Square, and the annual Walker County Republican Reagan Dinner; and WHEREAS, Through their grassroots advocacy, members of Walker County Republican Women are making a lasting difference in their community, state, and nation, and they may take justifiable pride in their rich history of civic engagement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby honor Walker County Republican Women and extend to its members sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas Senate. Schwertner ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 15, 2013. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate