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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 341
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Dixie Little League and the citizens of Houston who are |
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celebrating March 28, 2015, as Dixie Little League Day; and |
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WHEREAS, Dixie Little League has been a treasured fixture |
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in Southeast Houston since its founding in 1950; the organization |
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offers baseball and softball programs for children from ages four |
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to 18, along with tournament and instructional opportunities for |
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more than 300 children and their families each year; and |
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WHEREAS, The league is dedicated to building character, |
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courage, and loyalty in young people by providing fun, safe, and |
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challenging athletic competitions; and |
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WHEREAS, Through the years, this outstanding nonprofit, |
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volunteer-driven organization has received the support of |
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numerous local business and community leaders; and |
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WHEREAS, Dixie Little League has had a positive impact on |
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the lives of countless young people; the organization in Houston |
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is celebrating its 65th anniversary, and it is truly fitting that |
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a day be set aside to pay tribute to its many contributions to the |
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community; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th |
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Legislature, hereby commend Dixie Little League for its |
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exemplary work in providing athletic opportunities for young |
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people and extend to all those affiliated with the league in |
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Houston best wishes for a memorable Dixie Little League Day; 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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the league as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. |
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Garcia |
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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 March 9, 2015. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |