TITLE: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Blue Ribbon Lobby Day.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Blue Ribbon Lobby Day.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize members of Texas Democratic Women who are gathering at the State Capitol on April 15, 2025, to advocate for women and their families during Blue Ribbon Lobby Day; and WHEREAS, Texas Democratic Women was established in 1987 to promote the involvement of women in the political process and to assist in the growth of the Democratic Party in Texas; Blue Ribbon Lobby Day helps to uphold this mission by bringing together like-minded women and political leaders to highlight important issues that concern Texas women, including public education, health care, and economic security; and WHEREAS, During this day of action, Democratic women meet with state legislators to discuss the rights women have to equal opportunities and equal protections under the law and to affirm the integral role women play in the economic prosperity of this state; and WHEREAS, Blue Ribbon Lobby Day presents an opportunity to call attention to the concerns of Texas women and their families and to work to affect positive change in the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of Texas Democratic Women and extend to the visiting women and advocates best wishes for a rewarding Blue Ribbon Lobby Day at the Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the organization in honor of this special occasion. Eckhardt, Cook Gutierrez, Miles, Zaffirini Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 15, 2025.