SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 135

	WHEREAS, Hundreds of librarians and library supporters 
from across Texas are visiting Austin on February 12, 2003, to 
celebrate Library Day at the State Capitol; and

	WHEREAS, This state's public, academic, and special 
libraries provide services to more than 20 million Texans
every year and play a key role in narrowing the digital divide, 
encouraging lifelong learning, and combating illiteracy; and

	WHEREAS, Libraries are a repository for humanity's 
knowledge, culture, and aspirations, and the free flow of 
information they facilitate allows patrons to build
brighter and more promising futures for both themselves
and the Lone Star State; and

	WHEREAS, The men and women who staff these invaluable 
institutions are professionals who are committed to providing 
the public with the informational resources needed to succeed
in life, and it is a pleasure to honor them for their dedicated 
efforts; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby recognize February 12, 2003, as Library 
Day 2003 at the State Capitol and extend to all the visiting 
delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable 
visit to Austin.
                                                                       Zaffirini




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 12, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate