H.R. No. 1551 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Members of Leadership Mesquite are visiting the State Capitol on March 31 and April 1, 2015, and the occasion provides a fitting opportunity to recognize this notable group; and WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Mesquite strives to educate civic-minded individuals about city, county, and state government; the course lasts nine months and involves citizens who represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives; and WHEREAS, Leadership Mesquite works in cooperation with such entities as the Mesquite Economic Development Board, Dallas County Commissioners Court, Mesquite Independent School District, and Eastfield College to sponsor different programs every month to help members gain a better understanding of the community; moreover, each class chooses a special project to support, and this year, the group is sponsoring Texas Mission of Mercy, a mobile dental clinic that treats uninsured Texans free of charge; and WHEREAS, Through its efforts to promote a spirit of volunteerism and community pride, Leadership Mesquite is fostering an informed and engaged citizenry, and the program is helping to build a brighter and more prosperous future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 31 and April 1, 2015, as Leadership Mesquite Days at the State Capitol and extend to all participants sincere best wishes for continued success. Sheets ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1551 was adopted by the House on April 16, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House