H.R. No. 36 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, It is a distinct pleasure for the Texas House of 
Representatives to pay tribute to Charles Scoma as he graduates 
from Dallas Baptist University on August 8, 2003, at the age of 64; 
and
	WHEREAS, A resident of North Richland Hills and current chair 
of the Tarrant County Fatherhood Coalition, Mr. Scoma returned to 
college to complete his degree in business administration, and his 
perseverance and dedication to his goals have brought him much 
deserved success in this noteworthy pursuit; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Scoma has long been a contributor of his time and 
talents to many civic endeavors, including serving his fellow 
citizens of North Richland Hills as mayor and as a city council 
member; his leadership abilities benefitted the Birdville 
Independent School District when he headed the board as president, 
and in the position of trustee, he was conferred master school 
trustee status by the Texas Association of School Boards, one of 
many accolades this outstanding gentleman has received; and
	WHEREAS, Charles Scoma is an individual whose exemplary 
commitment to his education, to his family, and his community is an 
inspiration to all who know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Charles Scoma 
on his graduation from Dallas Baptist University and extend to him 
sincere best wishes for continued success and fulfillment; and, be 
it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Scoma as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                          Griggs

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 36 was adopted by the House on August 
5, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House