By:  Patterson                                   S.R. No. 149
    1-1                           SENATE RESOLUTION
    1-2        WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins with the
    1-3  students and faculty of Hitchcock High School in recognizing
    1-4  the many contributions of African-Americans throughout the history
    1-5  of our nation; and
    1-6        WHEREAS, The school has organized a Black History Program
    1-7  to celebrate with citizens across the country in recognition of
    1-8  February, 1993, as Black History Month; and
    1-9        WHEREAS, Through its program, Hitchcock High School
   1-10  commemorates the heritage of African-Americans and pays tribute
   1-11  to an ethnic group whose members have contributed in countless ways
   1-12  to our country's enrichment; and
   1-13        WHEREAS, The outstanding accomplishments of individuals from
   1-14  black cultures are legendary; and
   1-15        WHEREAS, Black History Month provides an opportunity for all
   1-16  to express appreciation for the work of the many talented black
   1-17  leaders who have inspired Americans to reaffirm their commitment
   1-18  to equal justice and opportunity for all; now, therefore, be it
   1-19        RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
   1-20  73rd Legislature, hereby laud Hitchcock High School for
   1-21  its observance of Black History Month and extend best wishes to
   1-22  the students and faculty for success in their many worthy educational
   1-23  endeavors; and, be it further
    2-1        RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
    2-2  Hitchcock High School as an expression of regard from the
    2-3  Texas Senate.
    2-4                                 _____________________________________
    2-5                                        President of the Senate
    2-6                                      I hereby certify that the
    2-7                                 above Resolution was adopted by
    2-8                                 the Senate on February 8, 1993.
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   2-10                                        Secretary of the Senate
   2-11                                 _____________________________________
   2-12                                         Member, Texas Senate