SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 98
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize the Laredo Chamber of Commerce on the grand occasion of
	its 100th anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, Established in 1915, the Laredo Chamber of
	Commerce is one of the oldest business organizations in the city
	and consists of more than 700 members from a variety of
	industries that help the local economy thrive; and
	WHEREAS, For a hundred years, the chamber has remained
	dedicated to its mission of promoting and protecting the
	interests of business, tourism, industry, and local education
	and encouraging the orderly development of the area's resources,
	people, and infrastructure; and
	WHEREAS, The organization is celebrating its 100th
	anniversary in April of 2015, and a year-long centennial
	celebration commences on January 21 with the unveiling of a new
	marketing campaign, the celebration logo, and the schedule of
	events; and
	WHEREAS, The Laredo Chamber of Commerce has played a
	pivotal role in the development of a diverse and vital economy
	and remains committed to enhancing the business climate and the
	quality of life in Laredo; its 100th anniversary is indeed cause
	for celebration; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Laredo Chamber of
	Commerce for their dedicated work on behalf of the Laredo
	community and extend best wishes for a successful centennial
	celebration; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the chamber as a memento of this important milestone.
	Zaffirini
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 4, 2015.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate