SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 516

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize the Black Nurses Association of Greater Houston, 
Incorporated, on the occasion of its annual Nurses Workshop
at the Cuney Homes Community Center on April 26, 2003; and

	WHEREAS, The Black Nurses Association of Greater Houston, 
Incorporated, was established in 1978 under the leadership of 
Eunice Pointer; and

	WHEREAS, The theme of the 2003 workshop is "Health Care 
Providers and Members of the Community--Learning Together";
the event will focus on community health issues and community 
awareness; among the topics to be covered are stress, Hepatitis 
C, and the role of the religious leader; and

	WHEREAS, Individuals participating in the workshop include 
residents of Cuney Homes, nurses, barbers, nail technicians, 
hair stylists, student nurses, and community advocates; and

	WHEREAS, The workshop will provide nurses and other 
professionals with new insights and vital medical information 
that will help them perform their work with greater proficiency; 
now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby commend the Black Nurses Association of 
Greater Houston, Incorporated, for their consistent dedication 
to protecting the health of the community and extend best wishes 
for a successful workshop; 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.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 7, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate