SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 598

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Sylvia Rodriguez, who has been selected for induction into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her outstanding work as a volunteer and community organizer; and

WHEREAS, The San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame honors those women who have contributed significantly to the San Antonio community and the Bexar County region through their accomplishments in their profession or field of service; and

WHEREAS, Sylvia serves as a consultant to the San Fernando Health Fair and has more than 40 years of experience helping to raise funds for women's organizations; she has worked tirelessly on campaigns for women who have run for elected office; and

WHEREAS, She helped found the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas, and she played a major role in helping to organize the first Hispanas Unidas Conference, which more than 1,000 women attended; and

WHEREAS, Sylvia Rodriguez is highly respected for her dedication to her work as a volunteer and for her outstanding accomplishments as a community organizer, and her exceptional success serves as an inspiration to women across our state; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Sylvia Rodriguez for her many achievements and extend congratulations to her on her induction into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame; and, be it further

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

Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 24, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate