SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 121

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Linda Manuel-Fonteneaux, a 50-year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, who is being honored by the Dallas Alumnae Chapter at its Frederica Chase Dodd Founders Day Celebration on February 4, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was founded in 1913 on the campus of Howard University; the organization strives to promote academic excellence, provide scholarships, improve communities, support the underserved, and encourage civic and political awareness and participation in the establishment of sound public policy; and

WHEREAS, Linda was inducted into Delta Gamma Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in 1972 at Texas Southern University; over the years, she has remained a loyal member of the sorority and has served as a mentor and role model to countless sisters; and

WHEREAS, Linda is truly deserving of recognition for her longtime membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and for the important role she has played in helping the Dallas Alumnae Chapter carry out its mission of empowering people and making a difference in the Dallas community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commend Linda Manuel-Fonteneaux on her many achievements and extend to her congratulations on being honored by the Dallas Alumnae Chapter as a 50-year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 7, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate