1-1                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 774

        1-2           WHEREAS, After years of dedication, hard work, and

        1-3     perseverance, Jason Thomas Hodges of Tyler, Texas, will graduate

        1-4     from the Texas School for the Deaf on May 23, 1997, at 7:30 p.m.

        1-5     on the Rudy Gamblin Football Field in Austin, Texas; and

        1-6           WHEREAS, The family and friends of this bright student are

        1-7     justly proud of Jason's outstanding achievement; and

        1-8           WHEREAS, In completing the requirements for graduating from

        1-9     this highly esteemed school, Jason Thomas brings great distinction

       1-10     to himself, his family, his community, and his state; and

       1-11           WHEREAS, Upon graduating from the Texas School for the Deaf,

       1-12     Jason embarks on an adventure into a world that holds countless

       1-13     exciting opportunities for him; and

       1-14           WHEREAS, A beloved student of this worthy institution,

       1-15     Jason will be missed by his fellow students and faculty members,

       1-16     who are fortunate in having the benefit of his friendship; and

       1-17           WHEREAS, Jason is truly a shining example to all who know

       1-18     him; and

       1-19           WHEREAS, It is a pleasure for the Texas Senate to recognize

       1-20     the exceptional accomplishments of this young gentleman, who has

       1-21     equipped himself with skills which will enable him to take full

       1-22     advantage of all that the future holds for him; now, therefore,

       1-23     be it

       1-24           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,

        2-1     75th Legislature, commend and applaud the great achievement of

        2-2     this distinguished young Texan; and, be it further

        2-3           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for

        2-4     Jason Thomas Hodges as an expression of great admiration and

        2-5     respect from the Texas Senate with best wishes for much success

        2-6     in the years to come.

        2-7                                                                    Cain

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        2-9                                          President of the Senate

       2-10                                       I hereby certify that the above

       2-11                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate

       2-12                                  on May 18, 1997.

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       2-14                                          Secretary of the Senate

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       2-16                                           Member, Texas Senate