SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 33
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the affiliates of Rio Grande Valley Linking Economic
and Academic Development on the occasion of the organization's
30th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Rio Grande Valley Linking Economic and Academic
Development, also known as RGV LEAD, is a Texas nonprofit and
federal 501c3 organization that promotes college and career
readiness and encourages schools, community leaders, and
employers to prepare students for employment and help them
develop the skills and expertise that will prepare them to meet
their scholastic and professional goals; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1992 by Patricia Bubb, RGV LEAD builds
partnerships between education and industry to cultivate smooth
and successful transitions between the educational setting and
occupational and professional success; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its existence, RGV LEAD has
collaborated with school districts, colleges, and businesses to
offer career guidance to its students and to equip students with
the skills that will ensure them employment in the area's
workforce; and
WHEREAS, RGV LEAD has led the regional effort to improve
graduation and college enrollment rates, to foster workforce
readiness in graduates and to supply employers with an educated,
skilled workforce; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend the partners and
staff of Rio Grande Valley Linking Economic and Academic
Development on their contributions to higher education and
economic development in the Rio Grande Valley over the past 30
years; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 12, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate