H.R. No. 22
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The City of San Marcos celebrated Ralph Gonzales Day
on November 6, 2023, to honor the founder of Nosotros La Gente, an
area nonprofit dedicated to serving the community; and
WHEREAS, Nosotros La Gente was established in 1996 with the
mission to improve the lives of families in the San Marcos area and
promote equality and justice for all citizens; the organization
initially began in Mr. Gonzales's home, with his family assisting
with fundraisers; and
WHEREAS, Each year, Nosotros La Gente hosts the Viva Zapatos
Shoe Drive, which provides shoes for local youth and was inspired by
Mr. Gonzales's own struggles growing up without proper footwear;
the organization also helps area residents with utilities, medical
assistance, and transportation, and it has held a turkey dinner for
the community during the Thanksgiving holiday; and
WHEREAS, For more than 25 years, Nosotros La Gente has made a
positive difference in the lives of countless San Marcos citizens,
and Ralph Gonzales Day represents a fitting tribute to the
organization's founder and his exemplary record of good works; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commemorate Ralph Gonzales
Day in San Marcos and commend Mr. Gonzales and all those involved
with Nosotros La Gente for their service to the community; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Gonzales as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Zwiener
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 22 was adopted by the House on
November 17, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House