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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The Gamma Sigma Chapter of the Sigma Gamma Rho |
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Sorority is holding its annual scholarship luncheon on February 28, |
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2009; and |
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WHEREAS, First organized in Houston in April 1928, the Gamma |
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Sigma Chapter has devoted itself to the advancement of scholarship, |
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community service, and leadership for more than 80 years; and |
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WHEREAS, Many projects of local benefit are undertaken by the |
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chapter, including a vocational guidance clinic and participation |
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in events that raise funds to fight cancer and underwrite other |
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worthwhile charitable causes; in addition, Gamma Sigma initiatives |
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such as Project Eye-Saver, Project Reassurance, and Operation Big |
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Book Bag promote education and provide essential items to |
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disadvantaged young people; and |
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WHEREAS, Through their many admirable endeavors, the members |
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of Sigma Gamma Rho have made lasting and important contributions to |
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their fellow citizens, and their extensive community involvement is |
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indeed deserving of admiration and support; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby honor the Gamma Sigma Chapter of the Sigma Gamma |
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Rho Sorority on the occasion of its 2009 scholarship luncheon and |
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extend to the chapter members sincere best wishes for continued |
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success; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the chapter as an expression of high regard by the |
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Texas House of Representatives. |