SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 438
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize Joycelyn Marie Franklin, a 50-year member of Delta
  Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; and
         WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was founded in 1913 on
  the campus of Howard University; the organization strives to
  promote academic excellence, provide scholarships, support
  communities, strengthen African American families, and encourage
  civic and political awareness and participation in the
  establishment of sound public policy; and
         WHEREAS, Joycelyn was inducted into the Theta Nu Chapter of
  Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in 1973; over the years, she has
  remained a loyal member of the sorority and has served as a mentor
  and role model to countless sisters; and
         WHEREAS, Joycelyn 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 organization carry
  out its mission of empowering people and making a difference in
  Black communities; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, hereby commend Joycelyn Marie Franklin on her
  many achievements and extend to her congratulations on being
  honored as a 50-year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; and,
  be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
 
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    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 18, 2023.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate