SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 171
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join
Texans across the state in observing February 22 through 28, 2015,
as Toastmasters International Week; and
WHEREAS, The ability to speak in a clear and effective
manner is a powerful and important skill that can help people
overcome barriers to performance in virtually every endeavor and
line of work; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1924, Toastmasters
International has helped its members gain the confidence and
skills they need to maintain successful businesses, fill roles in
public and private organizations, and prepare themselves for
advancement in the workplace; and
WHEREAS, Toastmasters International has more than 14,000
clubs in 126 countries around the world; there are more than 750
clubs and over 13,300 members in Texas; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Toastmasters International has
played a vital role in helping countless men and women develop
essential communication and leadership skills; the organization
is truly deserving of special recognition for its exemplary
service; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend Toastmasters International on its
exceptional success in teaching public speaking skills and
helping individuals to gain confidence in themselves and extend
to its members best wishes for a memorable Toastmasters
International Week; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
this outstanding organization as an expression of high regard
from the Texas Senate.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 17, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate