79R5647 JNC-D
By: Gallego H.R. No. 607
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The year 2004 marked the 50th anniversary of the
International Good Neighbor Council, and this special milestone
provides a fitting opportunity to pay tribute to this notable
group; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1954, the IGNC is a nonprofit
organization that aims to promote goodwill between the United
States and Mexico; members of the 24 active chapters participate in
activities that increase social, cultural, youth, and educational
exchanges, and support the principles of democracy; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the council sponsors two conventions,
where members from both countries gather to attend committee
meetings, tour points of interest, experience regional food and
entertainment, and enjoy a formal dance; and
WHEREAS, The IGNC addresses important issues such as border
crossing procedures, the construction and operation of child and
maternal health centers in the Rio Grande Valley, and the teaching
of English and Spanish in schools; moreover, the group's foundation
strives to help students attend college, aid the disabled, and
provide assistance to people in case of natural disaster; and
WHEREAS, For half a century, the International Good Neighbor
Council has helped to fortify the bond between the United States and
Mexico, while meeting the needs of citizens on both sides of the
border; the success of this outstanding organization is a tribute
to the dedication of its members, who have given selflessly of their
time, energy, and resources to ensure its continued existence; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby honor the International Good Neighbor Council on
its 50th anniversary and commend its members for their noteworthy
efforts; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.