SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 173

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize the Girl Scouts of the United States of America on the 
occasion of the organization's 94th anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, Girl Scouts of the United States of America was 
founded by Juliette Gordon Low in 1912 in Savannah, Georgia; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout its long and distinguished history, 
Girl Scouting has helped girls build confidence, courage, and 
character and make the world a better place; and
	WHEREAS, Girl Scouting expands girls' horizons by 
encouraging them to explore opportunities in mathematics, 
science, sports, technology, entrepreneurship, and other areas 
of interest; and
	WHEREAS, More than 3.8 million current Girl Scout members 
nationwide will be celebrating 94 years of this American 
tradition this year, along with nearly 50 million women who are 
former Girl Scouts and are living proof of the impact of this 
superior organization; and
	WHEREAS, More than 9,000 local Girl Scouts and adult 
volunteers are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Cross Timbers 
Council, which proudly serves the North Texas communities of 
Cooke, Denton, Grayson, Montague, and Wise Counties; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby join citizens 
throughout the nation in celebrating the 94th anniversary of 
the Girl Scouts of the United States of America and commend all 
who are a part of this organization for their participation in 
an outstanding American tradition; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in 
honor of this special occasion.
                                                                          Harris




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 9, 2006.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate