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                                                                  H.R. No. 1348



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, This year marked the conclusion of a distinguished 
tenure as justice of the peace for Precinct 2 in Terrell County for 
Edelmira C. Calzada, and her retirement after more than 20 years of 
service truly merits special recognition; and
	WHEREAS, Judge Calzada took office on January 1, 1980, and 
has served continuously for the past 22 years; over the course of 
her tenure, her diligence, common sense, and commitment to fairness 
have won her the trust and respect of the community, which deeply 
appreciates her exemplary service; and
	WHEREAS, This civic-minded woman provided many of her 
services free of charge, helped her constituents to find programs 
to assist in their special needs, and often served as a translator 
for Spanish speakers in her precinct; she was dedicated to helping 
others, and her efforts positively affected the lives of countless 
people in her area; and
	WHEREAS, In discharging the duties of justice of the peace, 
this notable Texan can take great satisfaction in the help that she 
has provided over the years; she has truly epitomized the integrity 
and devotion to duty that distinguish the state's outstanding 
public officials; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize Edelmira C. Calzada on her notable 
record as a justice of the peace in Terrell County and extend to her 
sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Judge Calzada as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                         Gallego

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 1348 was adopted by the House on May 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House