SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 310

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes great pride in joining citizens across the state in recognizing the American Cancer Society for its extraordinary work; and

WHEREAS, The American Cancer Society and its millions of supporters are dedicated to eliminating cancer and improving the quality of life for those facing the disease; through a multifaceted approach based on research, education, advocacy, and service, this worthy organization has empowered every community to play a role in saving lives; and

WHEREAS, Since 1946, the society has invested more than $3 billion and funded 44 Nobel Prize winners in its quest to determine the causes of cancer and support efforts to prevent and cure the disease; and

WHEREAS, With more than three million volunteers throughout the nation, 900 local offices, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities, the American Cancer Society is one of the largest voluntary health organizations in the United States; and

WHEREAS, This critically important organization and its dedicated volunteers form the backbone of the service and support systems for cancer victims and their families, and they are truly deserving of recognition and gratitude; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend and honor the American Cancer Society for their excellent efforts to save lives and end cancer; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the society as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 23, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate