H.R. No. 134



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, John D. Ingram of Dallas has been chosen by the Texas 
Legislative Black Caucus to receive an Outstanding Texan Award for 
his significant contributions to the community; and
	WHEREAS, The Outstanding Texan Award was created to honor 
individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to 
improving, developing, and enriching the lives of others; and
	WHEREAS, A Marshall native, this esteemed gentleman opened 
Mr. Formal Tuxedo Rental & Sales in 1961; since that time, his 
business has expanded to three stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth 
metroplex and is the second-oldest minority-owned tuxedo business 
in the nation; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, Mr. Ingram has garnered a host of 
impressive accolades for his business acumen, including 
designation as Entrepreneur of the Year and Business Man of the Year 
and recognition from the National Association of Market Developers 
and Quest for Success; and
	WHEREAS, In addition to his successful career, Mr. Ingram is 
also very involved in working for his community; he is a member of 
the NAACP, the DeSoto, Oak Cliff, and Dallas chambers of commerce, 
and the Dunbars Social and Charity Club; he is also a veteran of the 
United States Army and an active member of Concord Baptist Church; 
and
	WHEREAS, This esteemed gentleman has worked diligently to 
create a brighter future for both his business and his community, 
and it is a pleasure to join in honoring his latest accomplishment; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate John D. Ingram on being named an 
Outstanding Texan by the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and extend 
to him sincere best wishes for success and happiness in his future 
endeavors; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Ingram as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                 Davis of Dallas

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 134 was adopted by the House on 
February 6, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House