H.C.R. No. 8  



HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, Carly Bender of Dallas has been crowned Preteen Miss 
Majorette of Texas 2003, and she will represent the Lone Star State 
at the National Baton Twirling Association U.S. Championship at the 
University of Notre Dame in July of this year; and
	WHEREAS, Miss Bender's unique energy and drive have 
distinguished her baton twirling performances in competition and 
have helped to earn her the titles Preteen Miss Majorette of Texas 
and Southwest Regional Strut and Solo Champion; and
	WHEREAS, A student at Highland Park Middle School, this 
talented and vivacious young woman is the daughter of proud parents 
Carolyn and Gary Bender; in her leisure time, she is actively 
involved with the Park Cities National Charity League and enjoys 
swimming, tennis, and skiing; and
	WHEREAS, Miss Bender has demonstrated exemplary dedication 
in achieving this honor, and through her enthusiasm, grace, and 
skill she has proven herself a worthy recipient of the Preteen Miss 
Majorette of Texas crown; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas, 
1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Carly Bender on achieving 
the title of Preteen Miss Majorette of Texas for 2003 and recognize 
July 21-27, 2003, as National Baton Twirling Week; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Miss Bender as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.

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   President of the Senate                               Speaker of the House      

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 8 was adopted by the House on July 
10, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House   

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 8 was adopted by the Senate on July 
14, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.

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                                                      Secretary of the Senate   



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              Governor