SR386 - Recognizing members of the Barbara Jordan Leadership Institute.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 386          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to   recognize members of the Barbara Jordan Leadership Institute as   they gather at the State Capitol in Austin on April 8, 2025; and          WHEREAS, Founded in 2020, the Barbara Jordan Leadership   Institute is a nonpartisan organization that works to strengthen   the current generation of Black leaders while preparing and   uplifting the next; led by Black women who are driven by their   lived experiences and committed to community-based leadership in   action, the institute offers training, mentorship, and support   to Black communities throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex,   East Texas, and the Greater Houston area; and          WHEREAS, The institute seeks to broaden representation in   leadership and demonstrates the power of collective action   through voter education, advocacy, and leadership development;   the Fellowship Program is a key initiative of the institute and   is designed to involve college students and community members in   the electoral process through voter registration and civic   engagement initiatives at institutions including Jarvis   Christian University, Lamar University, Prairie View A&M   University, Stephen F. Austin State University, Texas Southern   University, and Thurgood Marshall School of Law; and          WHEREAS, The Barbara Jordan Leadership Institute is   dedicated to shaping a future in which diverse leadership fosters   fair, safe, and prosperous communities, and this special day   serves as a fitting opportunity to amplify the voices of those   historically underrepresented in policymaking and to promote   civic participation, advocacy, and leadership development among   our state's emerging Black leaders; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby commend the Barbara Jordan Leadership   Institute on its vital contributions to democracy in Texas and   extend to all best wishes for a memorable and rewarding day at the   State Capitol; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in   honor of this special occasion.     West                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on April 8, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate