Texas Senate Bill SR13

Texas 2021 - 87th 1st C.S.

Caption

Recognizing the establishment of the Joe K. Foster Endowed Scholarship.

Impact

By establishing the Joe K. Foster Endowed Scholarship, this resolution reinforces the value of higher education in the region and underscores the importance of local leaders in shaping educational opportunities. It indicates the Texas Senate's commitment to supporting educational initiatives that benefit community members. The scholarship will provide opportunities to students impacting the local educational landscape and fostering a culture of learning and advancement within the community.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 13 commemorates the establishment of the Joe K. Foster Endowed Scholarship at El Paso Community College (EPCC) in honor of Joe K. Foster, a prominent figure in the institution's founding. The resolution highlights Mr. Foster's significant contributions to the community, particularly his role in organizing efforts to create EPCC, which educates nearly 30,000 students annually. The scholarship aims to celebrate Foster's legacy by continuing to support education in El Paso, contributing to the community's long-term growth and development.

Contention

While there are no visible points of contention surrounding this resolution, it symbolizes collective recognition of historic contributions made by civic leaders like Joe K. Foster. Such resolutions generally focus on honoring legacies and do not typically provoke debate as they are meant to celebrate rather than legislate new laws or regulations. Overall, the resolution appears to be met with support among the members of the Senate and the community alike.