84R7213 RMA-D
By: Wu H.R. No. 255
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Marvin Rich of Houston is being honored by the
Anti-Defamation League on February 2, 2015, the group's Texas
Legislative Day at the State Capitol, in recognition of his
exemplary, longtime service to the ADL; and
WHEREAS, For more than five decades, Mr. Rich has devoted his
time and efforts to advancing the ADL's mission of combating
anti-Semitism and racism in all its forms; he fought tirelessly to
help integrate the Houston Independent School District during the
civil rights movement, and through the years, his advocacy for
raising education standards has benefited countless students in
Texas and beyond; and
WHEREAS, A board member for the southwest regional office of
the ADL since its inception, Mr. Rich has been named an honorary
life member of the ADL National Commission and was chosen as a
Centennial Champion during the organization's 100th anniversary
celebration in 2013; moreover, this respected civic leader was
appointed by Governor Ann Richards to serve on the Texas State
Library and Archives Commission; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Rich is blessed with
the love and support of his wife, Shirley Rich; and
WHEREAS, Through his dedication to building a more just and
inclusive society, Marvin Rich has set an inspiring example for his
fellow citizens, and it is a privilege to join in honoring him on
this special occasion; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Marvin Rich for his immeasurable
contributions in behalf of the Anti-Defamation League and extend to
him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important
work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Rich as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.