SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 404

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize La Sociedad de Mutualistas de Benito Juarez on the 
occasion of its 80th anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, The mutual aid society, also known as the 
Benito Juarez Association, was established on August 20, 1922; 
its founding purpose was to help members defend themselves 
against discrimination, to provide monetary support and counseling 
to the needy, and to help prospective business owners establish 
themselves; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, operating under the motto "Unity, 
Equality, Fraternity," the association has been a source of 
strength to numerous families; its members have donated much of 
their time to public service, and the association has hosted 
cultural presentations, family gatherings, and celebrations of 
United States and Mexican holidays; and
	WHEREAS, The Benito Juarez Association has succeeded for 
eight decades due to the dedication of its members, who represent 
a diverse cross section of the community; today, the organization 
continues to ensure that new Latino leaders represent the needs 
of their communities at all levels of society and in both public 
and private sectors; and
	WHEREAS, The association has blazed important paths by 
assisting countless needy families and by breaking down barriers 
to education, freedom, and equal rights, and its members deserve 
recognition for their many accomplishments; now, therefore, be 
it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby commend and congratulate La Sociedad 
Mutualistas de Benito Juarez for its exemplary achievements; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the association as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                       Zaffirini




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 24, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate