SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 38
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Jack and Jill of America South Central Region 69th
Annual Teen Conference, "Black to the Future," which is taking
place June 15 through June 18, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Jack and Jill of America is a nonprofit
organization of mothers committed to nurturing the growth and
development of future African American leaders and to preparing
them for successful lives through advocacy, education,
philanthropic giving and community events, and civic
participation; and
WHEREAS, The organization is represented by more than
40,000 members in 262 chapters nationwide; each chapter supports
mothers in their commitment to guide their children by providing
programs and opportunities for young people to empower
themselves and to make a difference in their communities; and
WHEREAS, The South Central Region 69th Annual Teen
Conference will take place in Dallas, Grand Prairie, and Fort
Worth; hosted by the Jack and Jill of America Arlington Chapter,
the event welcomes 1,200 teens, parents, and nonprofit
associates from 32 chapters in Louisiana, New Mexico, and Texas,
and it will feature leadership development programs, community
service projects, team competitions, and a formal gala; and
WHEREAS, The Jack and Jill of America chapters of the South
Central Region have a profound influence on educational
development, health advocacy, and cultural awareness, and the
regional teen officers and executive board are truly deserving of
recognition for their leadership and hard work; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend the young adult
members of the Jack and Jill of America South Central Region
chapters on their commitment to becoming the next generation of
leaders and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 69th Annual
Teen Conference; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
this outstanding organization as an expression of esteem from the
Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 23, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate