H.R. No. 919
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud members of the Republican Women of Harrison
County celebrated the 50th anniversary of their club's founding in
2018; and
WHEREAS, The Republican Women of Harrison County was
organized in May 1968 and was admitted to the Texas Federation of
Republican Women the following July; over the years, its members
have generously volunteered their time and talents to support the
Republican Party through numerous projects and events; one of the
highlights of the club's calendar is the annual Lincoln Day Dinner,
where the group has welcomed a host of candidates for public office,
including former presidents George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush,
former governor Rick Perry, and Governor Greg Abbott; and
WHEREAS, In addition to working elections and hosting
candidate forums, members have supported the local public library
and food pantry, as well as military personnel; they have also
played an active role in the observance of Constitution Week at area
schools, where they speak to students and distribute constitution
booklets, and they award scholarships to deserving seniors;
moreover, many club members have served on local boards and
committees to help address issues facing Harrison County; and
WHEREAS, The Republican Women of Harrison County has worked
to build a stronger Republican Party and a more prosperous future
for all, and it is a great pleasure to honor this outstanding
organization on its half century of excellence; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of the
Republican Women of Harrison County and commend all those
affiliated with the club for their exemplary civic engagement; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the club as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Paddie
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 919 was adopted by the House on April
5, 2019, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House