As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 228

2025-2026

Senator Antonio

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland on its One Hundred Twentieth Anniversary.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland as it celebrates its One Hundred Twentieth Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, This important occasion provides an ideal time to acknowledge the exceptional work done by the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. Founded in 1905, the organization has engaged in passionate legal representation and advocacy through an array of worthwhile activities and projects that have secured justice, equity, and access for low-income Ohioans, and it has been held in high esteem for its impressive contributions that have encouraged systemic change across the community; and

WHEREAS, All those associated with the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland are to be commended for their foresight, dedication, and selfless donations of time, energy, and ability far beyond what was required or expected. These fine people have earned the respect and admiration of many and have set an example of concerned and responsible citizenship worthy of emulation; and

WHEREAS, Founded on the highest ideals of professionalism, the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland has distinguished itself by its commitment to excellence. The fifth oldest legal aid organization in the United States, it serves residents in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Lorain counties, and throughout its history, it has maintained a reputation for integrity, reliability, and devotion to service. Indeed, it is deserving of the highest praise for its tremendous endeavors; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland on its One Hundred Twentieth Anniversary and applaud its staff and volunteers as outstanding Ohioans; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland.