SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 901

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize El Día de los Niños--The Day of the Child--which takes place in Laredo and many other cities across the United States on April 30, 2007; and

WHEREAS, The Texas Migrant Council, Incorporated, in conjunction with the Laredo Organizing Committee, serving as a voice for children, has worked with cities throughout our state and nation to make El Día de los Niños--The Day of the Child--a day on which Latino communities and other communities are brought together to celebrate and uplift the spirits of children everywhere; and

WHEREAS, In Laredo, the event is planned by the Laredo Organizing Committee and is promoted and supported by the Texas Migrant Council, Incorporated; the event also has the support of a broad array of public and private agencies, leaders, and citizens; and

WHEREAS, This year's Día de los Niños celebration in Laredo is taking place at the Laredo Entertainment Center; approximately 20,000 people are expected to participate in wholesome family activities that promote the educational, social, and emotional development of the children of Laredo and Webb County; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Laredo and those across our country who are supporting and participating in El Día de los Niños--The Day of the Child--and extend best wishes to all for a memorable and productive day; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this occasion. Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 27, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate