TITLE: Recognizing A Girl and A Gun Waco Chapter on the occasion of its 14th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing A Girl and A Gun Waco Chapter on the occasion of its 14th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Waco Chapter of A Girl and A Gun as its members celebrate the 14th anniversary of the founding of the national organization on February 28, 2025; and WHEREAS, A Girl and A Gun is a club with chapters across the country and first hosted a conference in Waco in 2013; the Waco Chapter was officially created in 2021; and WHEREAS, A Girl and A Gun's chapters host events that serve as successful stepping stones for thousands of women entering the shooting community by fostering their love of shooting through guidance provided by caring and qualified instructors who coach them; the Waco Chapter meets twice each month in order for its members to enjoy shooting and fellowship; and WHEREAS, A Girl and A Gun breaks barriers for women and girls in self-defense and in pistol, rifle, and shotgun shooting sports by welcoming beginners to learn the basics of safe and accurate shooting and by providing experienced shooters with advanced-level opportunities; and WHEREAS, The Waco Chapter of A Girl and A Gun has been a source of inspiration to countless women by offering firearms education and camaraderie for its members, and it is indeed fitting that the members of the Waco Chapter receive special recognition for their efforts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the Waco Chapter members of A Girl and A Gun for their commitment to empowering women and promoting firearms safety and proficiency and extend to all best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the Waco Chapter as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Birdwell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.