SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 145

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated, and the Xi Phi Chapter of the organization on the occasion of the 59th Middlesouth Regional Conference Grand Opening, which is taking place on March 27, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Founded on October 16, 1932, at Freedmen's Hospital, now known as Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., Chi Eta Phi Sorority is an international nonprofit service organization dedicated to the advancement of the nursing profession and public health for both men and women who are registered nurses or nursing students; and

WHEREAS, At the time of the organization's founding, Black nurses faced severe employment restrictions and opportunities that were limited to segregated facilities with little to no possibility for professional advancement; in response, Chi Eta Phi Sorority was established to provide professional development, leadership training, and advocacy to increase the availability of opportunities for its members and their communities; and

WHEREAS, The organization continues to be a vital force in promoting health equity through its engagement in health fairs, community service projects, educational seminars, workshops, forums, philanthropy, and scholarship awards; and

WHEREAS, The Middlesouth Region is one of Chi Eta Phi Sorority's five geographic regions across the United States, and its members remain steadfast in upholding the core values of the organization by fostering professional excellence and community service; and

WHEREAS, The members of Chi Eta Phi Sorority have demonstrated an unwavering dedication to public health and the provision of high-quality care in the field of nursing, and their efforts have created a positive impact for countless individuals and communities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize the Xi Phi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated, on the occasion of the 59th Middlesouth Regional Conference Grand Opening and commend the members of the organization on their outstanding contributions to their communities and to the nursing profession; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion.

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 26, 2025.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate