TITLE: Recognizing April 25, 2019, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Day.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 25, 2019, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Day.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Civic-minded women from across the Lone Star State are gathering in Austin on April 25, 2019, to celebrate Texas Federation of Republican Women Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, The Texas Federation of Republican Women was established in San Antonio in October 1955; with more than 300 delegates present, the organizing convention was led by Mrs. Malcolm Milburn, and it resulted in the election of Mrs. R. D. O'Callaghan as the first president; in the six decades since its inception, the organization has grown into one of the largest women's political groups in the country; and WHEREAS, With the goals of educating the electorate, encouraging women to run for office, and electing Republican candidates, TFRW produces quarterly publications and works closely with the Republican Party to train volunteers and provide support for local and statewide campaigns through voter registration and outreach activities, political rallies, forums, and legislative day events; and WHEREAS, This notable organization embodies a spirit of public engagement, and its members may reflect with great pride on the exemplary model of citizenship they have set for their fellow Texans; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby recognize April 25, 2019, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the members of the organization who are visiting on this day. Davis of Harris Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 414 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House