TITLE: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Blue Ribbon Lobby Day at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Blue Ribbon Lobby Day at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Public-spirited citizens from across the Lone Star State are gathering in Austin on April 15, 2025, to advocate for women and their families during Blue Ribbon Lobby Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Blue Ribbon Lobby Day brings together members of Texas Democratic Women and other concerned women and leaders from around the state to draw attention to issues of importance to Texas women, including public education, health care, and economic security; and WHEREAS, An affiliate of the National Federation of Democratic Women, Texas Democratic Women was founded in 1987 to increase civic engagement among women of all backgrounds who hold progressive values; TDW provides statewide training conferences and workshops and serves as a communication network for other Democratic women's organizations; today, it has more than 20 chapters engaged in grassroots organizing; during every legislative session, the group sponsors a day of action for discussions with lawmakers about the need to ensure equal rights and opportunities for women; and WHEREAS, Women contribute immeasurably to the dynamism and prosperity of the Lone Star State, and Blue Ribbon Lobby Day serves as an occasion to call attention to their concerns for their families and their communities; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby recognize April 15, 2025, as Blue Ribbon Lobby Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the advocates who are visiting here today. Campos Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 859 was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House