SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 432
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize national service participants in Texas and around the
nation on the occasion of National Service Recognition Day on
April 2, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Service to others is a hallmark of the American
character and integral to the American way of life, and the
nation's cities are increasingly turning to service organizations
to meet the evolving needs of the public; and
WHEREAS, National service organizations like AmeriCorps
and Senior Corps are able to address the most pressing challenges
in our communities through the selfless service of countless
volunteers; and
WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in
more than 50,000 locations in the United States, and they help
bolster civic, charitable, and faith-based organizations that
are vital to our economic and social well-being; national service
participants consistently manifest patriotism and an unyielding
commitment to assist their fellow citizens; and
WHEREAS, The Corporation for National and Community Service
shares a priority with local leaders to strengthen communities,
and the organization is partnering with the National League of
Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service,
and leaders across the nation to honor those who give of their time
to improve the lives of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend national service members throughout
the country for exemplifying the highest ideals of the citizenry
and encourage Texans around the state to recognize the positive
impact national service participants have on their communities;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a
memento of this special day.
RodrÃguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 19, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate