Bill Text: TX SR629 | 2015-2016 | 84th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing the Ripley House Neighborhood Center on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2015-04-27 - Reported enrolled [SR629 Detail]

Download: Texas-2015-SR629-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 629
WHEREAS, Ripley House Neighborhood Center is celebrating 75
years of service to the residents of Houston's East End in 2015;
and
WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1940, Ripley House has
made a positive difference in the lives of countless individuals
in the local area; and
WHEREAS, The organization works to connect neighbors to
resources and education and offers a number of vital programs;
the center's charter school serves students from kindergarten
through eighth grade, and Ripley House also includes a senior
activity center, community health clinic, and free income tax
preparation center; and
WHEREAS, With its enduring commitment to serve the
community, Ripley House has been an integral part of the East End
for three-quarters of a century, and it is indeed fitting to
recognize the dedication of all those who have contributed to its
mission; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby honor Ripley House Neighborhood Center on
the 75th anniversary of its founding and extend to its
management, staff, and volunteers sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for Ripley House as an expression of high regard from
the Texas Senate.
Garcia
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 27, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate