SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 11

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Margaret "Maggie" Balaco for her outstanding work in 
the office of Representative Rick Noriega; and
	WHEREAS, Maggie was a participant in the Texas Legislative 
Internship Program sponsored by the Mickey Leland Center on World 
Hunger and Peace at Texas Southern University; and
	WHEREAS, This excellent internship program, established in 
December of 1990, provides a unique opportunity for students from 
Texas colleges and universities to serve as interns in the 
Texas Legislature, in state and local government offices, and in 
nonprofit organizations; and
	WHEREAS, Students receive academic credit for participating 
in the program, which combines academic study and research with 
supervised practical training; Senator Rodney  Ellis serves as a 
program advisor, and the senator's office assists with 
coordinating the on-site activities; and
	WHEREAS, As a legislative aide, Maggie has gained 
firsthand knowledge of the governmental process and work 
experience in a political environment, as well as insight into 
the issues facing our communities and our state today; and
	WHEREAS, Diligent, resourceful, and talented, Maggie 
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the 
representative's office and ably assisted with the needs of 
constituents; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend
Margaret Balaco for her exceptional contributions to the office 
of Representative Rick Noriega and extend to her best wishes for 
the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her 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 20, 2006.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate