SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 176

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Tia Baker, who is being honored as a Silver Soror of the North Central Texas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, at the 2017 Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex Joint Founders Day Luncheon on February 25; and

WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was established at Howard University in 1913; through programs of service, the sorority has long worked to encourage young women to strive for academic excellence, to provide support for the vulnerable and underserved, and to participate in the establishment of sound public policy; the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex chapters recognize the long-standing members of the sorority for 25, 50, and 75 years of service; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, Tia Baker has remained a loyal Delta Sigma Theta Sorority member and has served as a mentor and role model to countless sisters; and

WHEREAS, This outstanding woman is truly deserving of recognition for her longtime membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and for the important role she has played in helping the sorority to fulfill its mission of promoting service on behalf of others; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Tia Baker on her 25 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and on her many achievements and extend to her best wishes in all her future endeavors; and, be it further

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

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 13, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate