SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 607

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Elisabeth Cowan on earning the Girl Scout Gold Award; and

WHEREAS, Few Girl Scouts attain this distinguished award; it is the highest level of achievement in the Girl Scout program; and

WHEREAS, The Girl Scout program develops leadership skills and organizational abilities and encourages a commitment to community service; girls working toward the Girl Scout Gold Award gain valuable experience that will contribute to their future success; and

WHEREAS, To earn the Gold Award, Elisabeth met a series of requirements that demonstrated her leadership abilities, and she designed and conducted a service project that will have a positive and lasting effect on her community; she planned and delivered programs to help the residents at Golden Acres Nursing Home improve their social skills and hand and eye coordination; and

WHEREAS, By earning the Gold Award, Elisabeth has brought honor to herself, her family, her council, and her community, and she deserves recognition for her dedication and achievement; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Elisabeth Cowan on earning this prestigious award and extend to her congratulations on her exemplary accomplishment; and, be it further

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

Hall

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate