HR1227 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize the 29th Annual Black & Gold Scholarship Gala presented by the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation, a not-for-profit entity of the Theta Mu Lambda Chapter - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated; and

WHEREAS, This event raises funds in order to provide educational resources and scholarships to expand scholastic opportunities for young African American students; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha firmly believes in creating resources, leadership skills, and tools for youth to realize their full potential and is dedicated to building a foundation for the educational and personal development of future leaders; and

WHEREAS, This year's program theme is "TransforMing Lives: Commitment to Community and Education"; and

WHEREAS, This year's gala will be held on November 17, 2018 at the Tinley Park Convention Center; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the 29th Annual Black & Gold Scholarship Gala and we wish the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation many more years of success; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation as an expression of our esteem and respect.