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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 548

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Enriqueta Fierro, 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, Enriqueta Fierro was the secretary with 
Congressman Richard White from 1965 to 1983; she has participated 
in the political process throughout her life and has served as
El Paso County Democratic Party chair; she is also an active 
member of the League of United Latin American Citizens; and
	WHEREAS, With her many gifts and talents and through her 
initiative and perseverance, Queta has set a lasting standard for 
others to emulate; and
	WHEREAS, Her worthy accomplishments and her pioneering 
spirit truly make Queta 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 Enriqueta Fierro 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