SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 326 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Trinity Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 10th Annual Diamonds and Sneakers Gala, which is being held March 4, 2017; and WHEREAS, The proceeds from this yearly event benefit the chapter's So SMAART outreach program and its Scholarships for Excellence awards; So SMAART stands for Students Set on Science, Math, the Arts, Aviation, Reading, and Technology; and WHEREAS, This outstanding mentoring program nurtures the dreams of young women in the fourth through eighth grades as they aspire to build their future careers in those important fields; since its inception in 2000, the program has won numerous awards and has had a profound impact on the lives of countless young girls; and WHEREAS, The Trinity Chapter has helped innumerable girls and young women achieve their dreams, and it is truly fitting that this chapter receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend the Trinity Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, on its commitment to service and extend to its members best wishes for a productive and successful 10th Annual Diamonds and Sneakers Gala; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the chapter as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. West ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2017. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate