H.R. No. 2175
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Patricia Ann Vasquez of San Antonio has devoted her
life to empowering minority communities to break the cycle of
generational poverty; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Vasquez currently serves on the board for Ignite
Community Solutions, which offers evidence-based, trauma-informed
approaches to equip youth and adults with the psychological,
social, and practical tools they need to improve their lives; the
organization's initiatives include the ClearPath program as well as
other community resources and learning opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Through her work with ICS, Ms. Vasquez has played an
instrumental role in promoting youth development, helping
ex-offenders reenter society, assisting individuals in substance
abuse recovery, and addressing unemployment and underemployment;
in addition, her efforts have helped ICS obtain recognition from
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Choice
Neighborhoods program; and
WHEREAS, Admired for her compassionate nature and visionary
leadership, Patricia Ann Vasquez has made a positive and meaningful
difference in the lives of countless Texans, and she is indeed
deserving of special recognition for her many contributions; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Patricia Ann Vasquez for her service to
Ignite Community Solutions and extend to her sincere best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Vasquez as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Garcia
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2175 was adopted by the House on May
24, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House