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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, John W. Ulrey of Houston has served with distinction |
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as a precinct chair, making lasting contributions to the residents |
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of the local area and helping to strengthen the Lone Star State's |
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representative form of government; and |
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WHEREAS, Precinct chairs play an integral role in the |
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electoral process, and their efforts to promote their parties' |
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candidates are part of a proud and vital tradition that has helped |
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assure that the voices of all citizens are heard; and |
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WHEREAS, The value of these dedicated community leaders has |
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been recognized by the members of the Texas Legislature, who in 2007 |
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established the second Tuesday in January as Volunteers for |
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Democracy Day, which honors precinct chairs and other individuals |
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who enable the state's democratic system of balloting; and |
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WHEREAS, It is most appropriate to take this opportunity to |
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recognize an outstanding Texan who has devoted time and energy to |
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help maintain open and fair participation in area elections; 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 commend John W. Ulrey for serving as a precinct |
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chair and extend sincere best wishes to this public-spirited |
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individual for continued success and achievement; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for John W. Ulrey as an expression of high regard by the |
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Texas House of Representatives. |