SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 586
	WHEREAS, Members of Leadership Mesquite are visiting the
	State Capitol on April 11 and 12, 2017, and this occasion provides a
	fitting opportunity to recognize this notable group; and
	WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce,
	Leadership Mesquite was created to educate civic-minded
	individuals about city, county, and state government; the course
	lasts nine months and involves citizens representing a wide range
	of backgrounds and perspectives; and
	WHEREAS, Leadership Mesquite works in cooperation with
	such entities as the Mesquite Economic Development Board, the
	Dallas County Commissioners Court, the Mesquite Independent
	School District, and Eastfield College to sponsor different
	programs every month to help members gain a better understanding
	of the community; and
	WHEREAS, Each Leadership Mesquite class chooses a special
	project to benefit the community; this year, the group is working
	with Read Play Talk, a research-based community-supported
	initiative to champion early childhood literacy among Mesquite
	Independent School District students; and
	WHEREAS, Through its efforts to promote a spirit of
	volunteerism and community pride, Leadership Mesquite is
	fostering an informed and engaged citizenry, and the program is
	helping to build a brighter and more prosperous future for the
	Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
	Legislature, hereby recognize April 11 and 12, 2017, as
	Leadership Mesquite Days at the State Capitol and extend to all
	those participating sincere best wishes for a memorable and
	enjoyable visit.
	Hall
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 12, 2017.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate