WHEREAS, Freemasons, whose long lineage extends to before Washington achieved statehood, have set an example of high moral standards and charity for all people; and
     WHEREAS, The founding fathers of this great State of Washington, many of whom were Freemasons, provided a well-rounded basis for developing themselves and others into valuable citizens of Washington; and
     WHEREAS, Members of the Masonic Fraternity, both individually and as an organization, continue to make invaluable charitable contributions of service to the State of Washington; and
     WHEREAS, The Masonic Fraternity continues to provide for the charitable relief and education of the citizens of Washington; and
     WHEREAS, The Masonic Fraternity is deserving of formal recognition of their long history of caregiving for the citizenry and their example of high moral standards;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize the thousands of Freemasons of Washington and honor them for their many contributions to our state throughout its history; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Freemasons of Washington.