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Guzman, Lawmakers Honored

Texas Access to Justice Foundation honors senators, representatives and former justice at Oct. 25 luncheon TEXAS ACCESS TO JUSTICE HONOREES: From left to right: Justice Evan A. Young, Justice Jeff Boyd, Justice Brett Busby, Justice John Phillip Devine, Justice Debra Lehrmann, State Senator Joan Huffman, Chief Justice Nathan L. Hecht, State Senator Judith Zaffrini, Former Supreme Court Justice Eva GUzman, Justice Jimmy Blacklock, Justice Jane Bland, Justice Evan A. Young and Justice Jeff Boyd.                                                                                                       [Courtesy Photo.]
The Texas Access to Justice Foundation and Commission hosted a luncheon on Oct. 25 in Austin with the Supreme Court of Texas to address access to justice for low-income Texans. The organization honored Texas Sen. Judith Zaffirini, Texas Sen. Joan Huffman, and State Rep. Mary González with the "Legislative Hero Award" for their contributions to improving access to justice in Texas. Former Supreme Court Justice and foundation liaison Eva Guzman was also awarded the Kleinman Award for her leadership and contributions to public service in communities throughout Texas. Awards were presented by Chief Justice Nathan L. Hecht.

"The individuals we recognized today have brought a wealth of knowledge in civic service and leadership to the important mission of helping shape the future of Texas," said Deborah Hankinson, chair of the board of directors of TAJF. "These Texas leaders have continuously embodied excellence, wisdom and integrity, and we are honored to recognize them for helping ensure our justice system is available to all."