SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 710
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Fran Valenzuela, who is being honored for her life of
service and activism at a special ceremony on May 7, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Fran Valenzuela became involved in Texas politics
at the young age of six, when she worked beside her father helping
increase voter turnout; throughout her life, she has worked
diligently on behalf of Texans through her grassroots leadership
and her unwavering support of the Harris County Democratic Party;
she is also known for her many years of active service on behalf
of LULAC; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Valenzuela began a career as an educator in
the 1970s, and she is a lifetime member of both the Texas State
Teachers Association and the National Education Association; she
has lobbied the Texas Legislature and Congress on behalf of
public education, and she has also assisted the National
Education Association in its mission to support future leaders by
helping to train women who are running for office; and
WHEREAS, In recent years, Fran Valenzuela has dedicated
much of her time and energy to registering voters, promoting
immigration reform, and addressing women's health care needs;
she is respected and admired by many, and she is indeed deserving
of recognition for her exemplary service on behalf of her fellow
citizens; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Fran Valenzuela for her many
contributions to her community and the state and extend to her
best wishes in all her future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Garcia
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 2, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate