HR1007 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize National Women of Achievement, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, In 1975, Madame Maudest Walls Stewart of Houston, Texas sought to make a reality her longtime dream of creating opportunities for women to be able to make contributions to the welfare of one another, our youth, and our country; and

WHEREAS, Madame Stewart invited a group of women to her home who had achieved great success in their various fields, and on February 7, 1975 the National Women of Achievement was founded; the Articles of Incorporation were signed April 9, 1975 and filed April 10, 1975 in the Office of the Secretary of the State of Texas, County of Harris; and

WHEREAS, National Women Of Achievement encourages youth through its scholarship program and recognizes outstanding community leaders through its annual "Profiles of Prominence"; and

WHEREAS, Chapters of National Women of Achievement have been organized throughout the United States, including a Chicago area chapter; and

WHEREAS, The National Women Of Achievement's motto is "Excellence and Promotion of Achievement: The Key to Success"; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize National Women of Achievement, Inc. and thank them for their commitment to their community; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to National Women Of Achievement as a symbol of our respect and esteem.