SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 691
WHEREAS, American Heritage Girl troops from across Texas
are gathering in Austin on May 16, 2019, to celebrate American
Heritage Girls Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, For nearly a quarter century, American Heritage
Girls has sought to build women of integrity through service to
God, family, community, and country; girls ages 5 through 18 may
participate in activities that promote teamwork and build
confidence and also encourage spiritual, character, and social
development; and
WHEREAS, The organization strives to help girls acquire
life skills through a badge program that includes such subjects
as personal well-being, the arts, and science and technology;
today, it boasts membership in all 50 states and 15 countries
around the world; and
WHEREAS, By fostering faith and courage and inspiring
young women to achieve their greatest potential as engaged
citizens and leaders, American Heritage Girls is enriching
countless lives, and the group is indeed deserving of special
recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby recognize May 16, 2019, as American Heritage
Girls Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting
delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
stay in Austin.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 6, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate