SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 878

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Stefanie Paloma Solar of Houston, who recently received a 2007 Rising Latina Leader Award from the League of United Latin American Citizens; and

WHEREAS, Although she is only 17 years old, Stefanie has established herself as a role model for others to follow; and

WHEREAS, Stefanie serves as a tutor for bilingual elementary school children as a Teach for America volunteer, and she works with Amigos de las Americas, an organization that promotes public health, education, and community development; last summer, she worked in Uruguay, where she helped to build a community health care clinic; and

WHEREAS, Stefanie raised $30,000 by organizing a dinner and silent auction benefit for students at Saint Agnes Academy who had been displaced by Hurricane Katrina; the benefit directly assisted 80 students who were Katrina evacuees; and

WHEREAS, Stefanie's energy, enthusiasm, and selfless commitment to others have established her as a leader among her peers; she is truly deserving of recognition for her many contributions to her community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Stefanie Paloma Solar on her many achievements and extend congratulations to her on receiving a 2007 Rising Latina Leader Award; 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 25, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate