85R13802 KSM-D
By: Giddings H.R. No. 867
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of Jack and Jill of America are visiting the
State Capitol on March 14, 2017; and
WHEREAS, In 1938, Marion Stubbs Thomas and a group of 20
like-minded Philadelphia mothers established Jack and Jill of
America in an effort to encourage social and cultural relationships
among their children; the idea soon spread to other cities, and in
1946 the group held its first national meeting; and
WHEREAS, This worthwhile organization has since expanded to
include more than 230 chapters throughout the country; today, Jack
and Jill continues to provide constructive educational, cultural,
civic, recreational, and social activities and programs for youth;
and
WHEREAS, The future of the Lone Star State and the strength of
our communities nationwide depend, in great measure, on the younger
generations, and Jack and Jill of America is making a positive and
lasting contribution to the education and quality of life of its
participants; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Jack and Jill of America and welcome
members of the organization to the State Capitol.