SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 522
WHEREAS, A number of engaged citizens are working to build
an even brighter future for the San Antonio community through
their participation in the Latina Leadership Institute; and
WHEREAS, Established in 2015 by the San Antonio Hispanic
Chamber of Commerce, LLI seeks to increase the representation of
Hispanic women in elected and appointed offices at the local,
state, and national levels by equipping them with the knowledge and
skills necessary to succeed in their political aspirations; and
WHEREAS, A six-month program, LLI provides a highly
personalized experience and a supportive learning environment
and offers insight from a host of civic and political leaders;
since the initiative's founding, many of its graduates have gone
on to serve on boards, run for office, pursue higher education,
and start nonprofit organizations; and
WHEREAS, Participants in the Latina Leadership Institute
are demonstrating an admirable commitment to making a positive
difference in the world around them, and they are indeed
deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commend the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce Latina Leadership Institute and extend to all those
associated with the program sincere best wishes for the future;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Menéndez, Campbell
Gutierrez, Zaffirini
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 15, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate