By Dutton                                              H.R. No. 616
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                                 R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., has faithfully
 1-2     served communities throughout the nation with a tradition of
 1-3     excellence spanning nearly nine decades, and the Texas House of
 1-4     Representatives is pleased to honor this fine organization on the
 1-5     notable occasion of its Texas Legislative Day; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, When the fraternity was organized on the campus of
 1-7     Indiana University in 1911, the founders of Kappa Alpha Psi sought
 1-8     to unite men from every ethnic and religious background who shared
 1-9     the common values of honor, patriotism, achievement, and service;
1-10     today, members maintain that same unity as they continually strive
1-11     to serve those in need; and
1-12           WHEREAS, With purpose and determination, Kappa Alpha Psi has
1-13     sought to mend many societal ills; to this end, the fraternity
1-14     established its Guide Right-National Service Program, which
1-15     enables members to provide youth with inspiration and companionship
1-16     and serve as positive role models, thus turning young people away
1-17     from negative influences and leading them down the path of success
1-18     and achievement toward a bright and promising future; and
1-19           WHEREAS, With their energetic volunteer efforts, the men who
1-20     participate in this exemplary fraternal organization have made a
1-21     positive and lasting difference in the lives of many young Texans,
1-22     and it is indeed fitting that this outstanding organization receive
1-23     legislative recognition on this significant occasion; now,
1-24     therefore, be it
 2-1           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas
 2-2     Legislature hereby welcome Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., to the
 2-3     State Capitol on the occasion of the organization's Texas
 2-4     Legislative Day and commend all those who contribute their time and
 2-5     energies to the continuing success of this invaluable organization;
 2-6     and, be it further
 2-7           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-8     prepared for Kappa Alpha Psi as an expression of high regard by the
 2-9     Texas House of Representatives.