SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1063

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Ruben Bonilla, Jr., of Corpus Christi, for his many 
philanthropic and professional contributions to his community 
and state; and
	WHEREAS, An outstanding attorney and a highly respected 
community leader, Ruben is a partner in the law firm of Bonilla 
and Chapa, P.C.; he has served Corpus Christi through his 
dedication to an array of causes; and
	WHEREAS, Noticed at an early age for his potential and 
drive, Ruben was named one of the Rising Stars of Texas by Texas 
Business Magazine in 1980 and as one of Ten Outstanding Young Men 
in America by the United States Jaycees in 1982; and
	WHEREAS, During the course of his career, Ruben served as 
the national president of the League of United Latin American 
Citizens and as a member of the board of directors of Big Brothers 
Big Sisters and he was on the Red Cross board of governors; and
	WHEREAS, Ruben has continued to be an active leader in the 
civic life of his community; his present affiliations include 
membership in the World Affairs Council, in the Board of Governors
of the United Way, and in the American GI Forum; and
	WHEREAS, Educational causes have always been a priority 
for Ruben; he has established numerous scholarships, including 
the McCord-Turberville Scholarship and the Gene Van Cleave 
Memorial Scholarship at W.B. Ray High School, and, at Del Mar 
College, the Ruben Bonilla, Sr., Memorial Scholarship and the 
Maria Bonilla Memorial Scholarship; and
	WHEREAS, A respected attorney and an exemplary citizen, 
Ruben Bonilla is dedicated to his profession and to his fellow 
man, and his accomplishments deserve legislative recognition; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Ruben Bonilla, Jr., for his many 
achievements and for his service to our state and extend to him 
best wishes for the future.
                                                                        Hinojosa




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 27, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate