H.C.R. No. 85 



HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, Volunteerism in Texas has a long and storied history 
that fills citizens of the Lone Star State with pride, and the Texas 
Legislature is pleased to honor the many individuals who dedicate 
themselves to helping others; and
	WHEREAS, Perhaps the earliest example of volunteerism in 
Texas took place in 1836, when 189 like-minded individuals banded 
together to defend the Alamo; this event set the stage for future 
generations of volunteers, and today millions of Texans devote 
themselves to altruistic causes; and
	WHEREAS, Whether serving as a mentor, teaching someone to 
read and write, making a financial contribution to a charitable 
cause, or helping Texas families move from welfare to work, 
countless Lone Star State citizens are united in their efforts to 
help those less fortunate than themselves; and
	WHEREAS, President Bush has issued a call for all Americans 
to volunteer service, to commit themselves to a minimum of 4,000 
hours; and
	WHEREAS, Programs such as Governor Perry's OneStar 
Foundation seek to "empower Texans in need with the help of 
volunteers dedicated to meeting need"; the goal of the OneStar 
Foundation is to work with state and local organizations and direct 
volunteers to the areas where they are needed most; and
	WHEREAS, Volunteers are the lifeblood of charities and 
nonprofit organizations, and the members of the Texas Legislature 
encourage all Texans to make a contribution to helping others 
through volunteering; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby commend the many outstanding Texans who volunteer their time 
and energy to help others, as well as the faith-based and community 
organizations that support volunteers, and encourage all Texans to 
make a commitment to volunteering in 2003 and beyond.

                                                                        Morrison




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   President of the Senate                               Speaker of the House      

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 85 was adopted by the House on April 
10, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House   

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 85 was adopted by the Senate on 
April 22, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.

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                                                      Secretary of the Senate   



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              Governor