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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 541
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Blanca Herrera, who has been selected as a role model for the City of El Paso by the El Paso Times on the occasion of Women's History Month; and WHEREAS, Women's History Month is celebrated annually during the month of March; to honor the vital roles women play in shaping new directions and ideas in society, the national theme of Women's History Month in 2003 is "Women Pioneering the Future"; and WHEREAS, For its selection of women who serve as role models for the City of El Paso, the El Paso Times invited its readers to nominate women who have made a strong impact on their family, their neighborhood, or the entire city; the many deserving women who were selected for this public recognition are genuine trailblazers in a wide variety of fields; and WHEREAS, Blanca Herrera is a community health educator for Planned Parenthood who is committed to improving health care for her fellow El Pasoans; she assists a wide range of individuals facing difficult circumstances and challenges, from prisoners to runaway juveniles to individuals enrolled in substance abuse programs; she also works with women suffering from depression or involved in prostitution and drug use; and WHEREAS, With her many gifts and talents and through her initiative and perseverance, Blanca has set a lasting standard for others to emulate; and WHEREAS, Her worthy accomplishments and her pioneering spirit truly make Blanca an inspiration for all citizens of El Paso and a source of pride for all Texans; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 78th Legislature, hereby commend Blanca Herrera on her selection as a role model for the City of El Paso; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Shapleigh ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 7, 2003. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate