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
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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.
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Chief Clerk of the House