85R7835 BPG-D By: Howard H.R. No. 171 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The members of Texas Democratic Women are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their organization's founding in 2017; and WHEREAS, Established in 1987, TDW promotes local grassroots politics and the participation of women in the political process; and WHEREAS, An affiliate of the National Federation of Democratic Women, TDW serves as a communication network for other Democratic organizations and hosts a number of statewide training conferences and workshops; and WHEREAS, Through its outreach programs and its dedication to volunteerism and activism, the organization seeks to increase the influence of Democratic women in Texas politics and government; and WHEREAS, For three decades, the members of Texas Democratic Women have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the advancement of their ideals, and their contributions have made a lasting, positive difference in the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of Texas Democratic Women and extend to its officers and members sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.