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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 273
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in |
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recognizing India House Houston on the occasion of the center's |
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fund-raising gala on February 23, 2013; and |
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WHEREAS, This non-religious and apolitical nonprofit |
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organization is a vibrant thread in the cultural fabric of |
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Houston; the city is already home to a vital population of Indian |
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Americans, and that population is quickly expanding; and |
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WHEREAS, Created to unite the Indian community and promote |
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diversity within greater Houston by providing a comprehensive |
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set of social, cultural, recreational, and community programs, |
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this thriving organization also works to create a bridge to the |
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community at large and raise awareness about Indian culture and |
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values; and |
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WHEREAS, Among the current offerings from India House are |
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social services, community development programs, cultural and |
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arts events, and educational classes; and |
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WHEREAS, This illustrious group also strives to provide |
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unique insights into India through social functions and events |
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that highlight the best and brightest of this unique culture; |
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now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, |
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83rd Legislature, hereby commend India House Houston on the |
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organization's valuable contributions to the community and |
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extend best wishes for a successful 2013 fund-raising gala; and, |
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be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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India House Houston as an expression of high regard from the |
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Texas Senate. |
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Ellis |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 25, 2013. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |