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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1001
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize the Local 341 Houston Hispanic Firefighters Caucus on
  the occasion of its 25th anniversary; and
 
         WHEREAS, Established in late 1981 by a small group of
  determined Houston firefighters, this organization has grown to
  be an influential and integral part of the City of Houston, the
  Houston Fire Department, and Local 341; and
 
         WHEREAS, Comprised of Hispanic firefighters and
  paramedics, the Hispanic Firefighters Caucus has played a large
  role in improving the quality of life in the Houston community;
  this organization has assisted Houston residents with basic
  needs such as food, furniture, smoke detectors, and fire safety
  education; it has also provided Christmas gifts to children who
  would otherwise go without; and
 
         WHEREAS, For over 25 years, firefighters involved with
  this organization have held annual fundraisers including
  barbecues, softball tournaments, golf tournaments, and benefit
  dances to raise funds for numerous community projects; the
  Hispanic Firefighters Caucus has achieved recognition from many
  civic and service organizations for its generous contributions
  to the citizens of Houston; and
 
         WHEREAS, The Hispanic Firefighters Caucus also plays an
  active role in the legislative process, voicing the concerns of
  firefighters and the Houston community; its advocacy in fire
  safety and its benefits to its members are part of the caucus
  mission; and
 
         WHEREAS, The Hispanic Firefighters Caucus also works with
  firefighters in Mexico and other Latin American countries to
  share firefighting techniques, educate new firefighters, and
  assist in obtaining firefighting equipment for those fire
  departments with limited resources; and
 
         WHEREAS, The members of the Hispanic Firefighters Caucus
  have devoted many years to serving the Houston community, the
  Houston Fire Department, Local 341, and firefighters in Latin
  American countries; their patriotism, courage, and dedication
  are inspirational to all, and they are truly deserving of
  recognition; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
  80th Legislature, hereby commend the Local 341 Houston Hispanic
  Firefighters Caucus for its advocacy on behalf of its members and
  the Houston community and extend congratulations to the caucus on
  its 25th anniversary; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  the Local 341 Houston Hispanic Firefighters Caucus in honor of
  this special occasion.
 
  Gallegos
 
 
Averitt Hegar Shapiro
 
Brimer Hinojosa Shapleigh
 
Carona Jackson Uresti
 
Deuell Janek Van de Putte
 
Duncan Lucio Watson
 
Ellis Nelson Wentworth
 
Eltife Nichols West
 
Estes Ogden Whitmire
 
Fraser Patrick Williams
 
Harris Seliger Zaffirini
 
 
  Dewhurst, President of the Senate
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 9, 2007.
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate