TITLE: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Houston Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Houston Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction.

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WHEREAS, The Houston Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction is celebrating its 50th anniversary at the group's Founders Day Luncheon on May 17, 2015, and this occasion offers a welcome opportunity to honor this exemplary civic organization; and WHEREAS, For a half-century, the members of the Houston Chapter have devoted themselves to serving the community; through their dedicated support of local and national initiatives, they strive diligently to fulfill the TLOD mission of enhancing the quality of life for youth and adults; and WHEREAS, The chapter's Top Teens of America program offers young people opportunities for educational, moral, and cultural enrichment, and its Status of Women project helps individuals to manage their time and resources; in addition, the group places a special emphasis on assisting senior citizens, enabling them to continue leading engaged and fulfilling lives; and WHEREAS, By carrying out a range of beautification efforts, TLOD members help to heighten awareness of environmental concerns and to improve area neighborhoods for the enjoyment of all; the chapter also forms partnerships with other groups, businesses, and governmental entities to make a positive difference in the city and beyond; and WHEREAS, The Houston Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction has performed countless good works over the course of five decades, and its members have earned the lasting gratitude and admiration of their fellow residents; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Houston Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction and extend to the organization's membership sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the chapter as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Miles Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2546 was adopted by the House on May 12, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House