TITLE: Honoring Cherry Tree Republicans on the 25th anniversary of its founding.

SUMMARY: Honoring Cherry Tree Republicans on the 25th anniversary of its founding.

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WHEREAS, The members of Cherry Tree Republicans are celebrating the 25th anniversary of its founding in 2017; and WHEREAS, In 1992, the organization was established by a group of individuals in northwest Houston who shared a common commitment to supporting conservative ideals and to advancing the influence of the Republican Party; the club was formed under the leadership of founding president Kelly Fessler, and together its charter members chose the name Cherry Tree Republicans to represent honesty and truthfulness; and WHEREAS, The dedicated men and women of Cherry Tree Republicans gather monthly to stay informed on key issues, participate in local, state, and national GOP meetings, and work actively for the election of Republican candidates to all levels of government; over the years, this fine organization has counted a number of prominent public servants and Republican Party leaders among its ranks; and WHEREAS, For a quarter of a century, the members of Cherry Tree Republicans have set a commendable example of civic engagement through their political involvement, and it is a pleasure to honor the club on this special milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Cherry Tree Republicans on its 25th anniversary and extend to all those associated with the group sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Elkins Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 348 was adopted by the House on March 2, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House