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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Our esteemed colleague, the Honorable Norma Chavez, |
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is marking an important milestone in her life on May 22, 2009, when |
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she graduates from The University of Texas at Austin; and |
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WHEREAS, This accomplishment comes as a result of the |
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determined resolve that Representative Chavez has shown in |
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completing her undergraduate education and the hard work she has |
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put in to make that dream a reality; and |
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WHEREAS, She had initially attended college beginning in 1978 |
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but suspended her studies at UT in 1983; Ms. Chavez went on to prove |
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her abilities in many endeavors, including her distinguished |
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service in the Texas House of Representatives since 1997, but she |
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has remained dedicated to completing her degree; and |
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WHEREAS, In the fall of 2006, Representative Chavez resumed |
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her coursework at UT, balancing her studies with her many other |
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responsibilities as a public servant and businessperson; now, |
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nearly three years later, she is realizing her goal of becoming a |
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college graduate as she receives a bachelor of arts degree in |
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government; and |
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WHEREAS, The perseverance that Norma Chavez has exhibited in |
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earning her degree makes her an admirable role model for others who |
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aspire to further their educations, and she may take justifiable |
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pride in becoming a member of the Class of 2009 at UT; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby congratulate Representative Norma Chavez on her |
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graduation from The University of Texas at Austin and commend her on |
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her new status as a proud Texas Ex. |