R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives takes pride in 1-2 welcoming members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., to the 1-3 chamber in recognition of the group's 2001 Legislative Day at the 1-4 Capitol; and 1-5 WHEREAS, A force for positive change in communities across 1-6 the nation for nine decades, Kappa Alpha Psi was founded at Indiana 1-7 University in 1911, and since that time its members have united 1-8 with a shared vision to serve those in need and promote the values 1-9 of honor, patriotism, achievement, and service; and 1-10 WHEREAS, Through such worthy initiatives as the Guide 1-11 Right-National Service Program, members of Kappa Alpha Psi have 1-12 sought to provide inspiration and leadership and serve as role 1-13 models for youth nationwide, helping them avoid negative influences 1-14 and achieve their life's goals; and 1-15 WHEREAS, The men who have served in the fraternity during its 1-16 rich history have created a brighter future for many young Texans, 1-17 and it is truly appropriate that its members be honored for their 1-18 exemplary service at this time; now, therefore, be it 1-19 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas 1-20 Legislature hereby welcome the members of Kappa Alpha Psi 1-21 Fraternity, Inc., to the State Capitol for their 2001 Legislative 1-22 Day and extend to them best wishes for an informative and memorable 1-23 visit; and, be it further 1-24 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-1 prepared for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., as an expression of 2-2 high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Dutton _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 455 was adopted by the House on March 6, 2001, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House