By Coleman                                           H.C.R. No. 191
         77R4995 MJS-D                           
                             HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
 1-1           WHEREAS, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas provide services
 1-2     of the utmost importance to the young people of our state, and the
 1-3     clubs' significant contributions are indeed worthy of special
 1-4     legislative recognition; and
 1-5           WHEREAS, Striving to inspire Texas youth to reach their full
 1-6     potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens, these
 1-7     outstanding clubs emphasize and promote time-honored virtues and
 1-8     principles, such as positive self-identity, health and well-being,
 1-9     and community involvement; and
1-10           WHEREAS, Laying the foundation for the future, the Boys and
1-11     Girls Clubs of Texas accomplish many of their goals through the
1-12     implementation of highly effective programs that are designed to
1-13     develop well-rounded individuals and instill a sense of competence,
1-14     usefulness, belonging, and empowerment into their members; and
1-15           WHEREAS, There are 90 Boys and Girls Clubs in the Lone Star
1-16     State that serve 122 cities and more than 275,000 youth; selected
1-17     by a group of peers, one will have the singular distinction of
1-18     representing our great state and competing in the national Youth of
1-19     the Year Contest; and
1-20           WHEREAS, With their proven record of excellence and ability
1-21     to put their members on the right track in life, these estimable
1-22     clubs have made a tremendous impact throughout the entire State of
1-23     Texas; and
1-24           WHEREAS, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas continue to help
 2-1     young people grow and succeed, and it is indeed most appropriate to
 2-2     pay tribute to these fine clubs at this time; now, therefore, be it
 2-3           RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas
 2-4     hereby congratulate the Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas on their many
 2-5     achievements and extend to their members and all those associated
 2-6     with these commendable clubs sincere best wishes for good fortune
 2-7     and happiness in years to come; and, be it further
 2-8           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-9     prepared for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas as an expression of
2-10     high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.