He always championed the cause of working people, constantly urging that U.S. companies' production remain in the United States and that trade laws benefit workers everywhere.

As a model to young women in our area, she is a member of the Advisory Board of Girls, Inc. and recently completed service on the YWCA Board.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge the accomplishments and work of Mrs. Matrice Ellis-Kirk of Dallas.

In the article, Mrs. Kirk mentioned that she is blessed and has a lot to give.

She is also Chair Elect of the Texas Business Hall of Fame, an organization that awards scholarships to MBA's.

He understood that union working men and women can unite to fight for their economic, social and political best interests.

She has been a vigorous advocate of many community and social causes.

Amid her great accomplishments as an executive, mother and first lady, Mrs. Kirk's personality is as such that she would not like us to focus on her contributions and service to Dallas.

Mr. Speaker, since that move, she has been a vigorous advocate of many community and social causes.

Dallasites hold her in high esteem and regard because while being the Mayor's closest and strongest political ally, she is an Executive Search Consultant for an international executive search firm in Dallas and the mother of two beautiful children.

His kindness, dedication, and gentlemanly demeanor make our community and world finer and more humane.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an outstanding craftsman and labor leader in my District.

It is clear through seeing her great children, community involvement and strong support of her husband and this city, that Mrs. Kirk has truly given back to us and blessed us with a great example for all women.

As legislators, we MUST recognize that growth is inevitable and growth is necessary. However, my hope is that my colleagues will utilize smart growth initiatives outlined by the Clinton administration to protect the environment, while also supporting the growing transportation and infrastructure needs of their districts and states.

In the spirit of such words, dedicated community leaders such as Rabbi Jacobs actively participate in delivering tremendous support, selflessly dedicating their time and energy to enriching our community.

Motivated by a sense of the many injustices in the world, Rabbi Jacobs has actively pursued solutions to right the wrong.

The Talmud states that 'He who does charity and justice is as if he filled the whole world with kindness.'

Please join me in honoring Judy Geller for her exemplary dedication and service to Valley Beth Shalom, to her family, and to our community.