SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 476

WHEREAS, Project Amistad is celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2021, and this milestone offers a welcome opportunity to reflect on the organization's vital work in behalf of the El Paso and Far West Texas communities; and

WHEREAS, Established in 1976, Project Amistad was developed to provide transportation and social services to elderly residents and people with disabilities, and it has since implemented a number of programs that offer guardianship case management, counseling, peer support, and assistance to veterans with housing and utility expenses; in addition, the organization has continued to transport clients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that they have access to testing sites and medical care; and

WHEREAS, Project Amistad has greatly benefited from the leadership of its chief executive officer, Andrea Ramirez, as well as from the outstanding efforts of its staff, board members, and volunteers; among its many accolades, the organization was named the 2020 Best Nonprofit by El Paso Inc.; and

WHEREAS, Over the past 45 years, Project Amistad has made a meaningful difference in the lives of countless area residents in need, and the organization is indeed deserving of recognition on this important milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 45th anniversary of Project Amistad and extend to all those associated with the organization sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

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

Blanco

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 25, 2021.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate