H.R. No. 43
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of Texas PTA are gathering in Austin on
February 27, 2017, in recognition of Texas PTA Rally Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding on October 19, 1909, by Ella
Caruthers Porter, Texas PTA has played a vital role in fostering the
education, health, and well-being of children across the state, as
well as served as a valued resource for parents, teachers, school
administrators, and community leaders; and
WHEREAS, With half a million members, the association is
present on almost 3,000 campuses statewide and is headquartered in
downtown Austin; it is led by president Lisa Holbrook of Houston, a
volunteer and mother of two; during each Texas legislative session,
representatives of the organization gather at the State Capitol to
advocate in behalf of Texas children; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated members of Texas PTA work tirelessly
to support students and to advance the mission of Texas schools, and
their exceptional efforts have helped to make the Lone Star State an
even better place to live and raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 27, 2017, as Texas PTA Rally
Day at the State Capitol and commend the leadership and members of
Texas PTA for their important contributions in behalf of our youth;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Texas PTA as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Huberty
Howard
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 43 was adopted by the House on
February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House