By Dukes H.R. No. 723 74R11665 SAJ-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is proud to honor 1-2 Lawrence Brown, a gifted student at Crockett High School, for his 1-3 achievement in being recognized as an Outstanding African-American 1-4 Student by the Alpha Kappa Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority; 1-5 and 1-6 WHEREAS, A community-conscious, action-oriented organization, 1-7 the sorority is celebrating 75 years of world-class service this 1-8 year and is commemorating this significant milestone in its rich 1-9 history by honoring exceptional African-American high school 1-10 students within the Austin Independent School District who have 1-11 excelled in the area of academic achievement, fine arts, or sports; 1-12 and 1-13 WHEREAS, Mr. Brown is being recognized for his academic 1-14 achievements and, to be eligible for receipt of this award, he had 1-15 to earn a grade point average of more than 3.0; in maintaining his 1-16 fine average, this dedicated student has demonstrated his desire 1-17 and ability to achieve his highest potential as he prepares for his 1-18 future role in society; and 1-19 WHEREAS, His noteworthy accomplishment serves as a source of 1-20 inspiration to his peers at Crockett High School as well as a 1-21 shining example of the rewards that can be attained from hard work 1-22 and self-discipline; and 1-23 WHEREAS, Mr. Brown has demonstrated exceptional intelligence, 1-24 initiative, and maturity in pursuing his academic goals, and it is 2-1 most fitting that he receive special legislative recognition for 2-2 his noteworthy performance; now, therefore, be it 2-3 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 74th Texas 2-4 Legislature hereby congratulate Lawrence Brown on being named an 2-5 Outstanding African-American Student for his academic achievements 2-6 and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all 2-7 his future endeavors; and, be it further 2-8 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-9 prepared for Mr. Brown as an expression of high regard by the Texas 2-10 House of Representatives.