1-1                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 966
 1-2           WHEREAS, Texas has traditionally produced exceptional young
 1-3     people of character who are dedicated to making a difference in
 1-4     the lives of others, and the Senate of the State of Texas is proud
 1-5     to recognize Maurice McGartha of Houston as one such individual;
 1-6     and
 1-7           WHEREAS, This outstanding young man is a source of inspiration
 1-8     and encouragement for the youth of the Acres Homes community, and he
 1-9     is being honored on May 15, 1999; and
1-10           WHEREAS, Having grown up in the area, he is fully aware of the
1-11     pitfalls that young people face every day; he knows the importance
1-12     of education and is often called upon by various churches to speak
1-13     on the virtues of staying in school; and
1-14           WHEREAS, Each year he devotes time and energy to organizing
1-15     youth rallies throughout Houston; a dynamic speaker, he believes
1-16     in today's youth and willingly shares his experiences; and
1-17           WHEREAS, Maurice McGartha is a vital link between the
1-18     reality of the street and what can be done to change that reality;
1-19     he is a role model worthy of recognition; now, therefore, be it
1-20           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
1-21     76th Legislature, hereby extend heartfelt gratitude to
 2-1     Maurice McGartha for his dedication to the youth of the
 2-2     Acres Homes community; and, be it further
 2-3           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
 2-4     him as an expression of the high regard of the Texas Senate.
 2-5                                                                Whitmire
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 2-7                                          President of the Senate
 2-8                                       I hereby certify that the above
 2-9                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-10                                  on May 12, 1999.
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2-12                                          Secretary of the Senate
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2-14                                           Member, Texas Senate