H.R. No. 242



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Texas native Justin Snow of the Indianapolis Colts 
has achieved outstanding success in his athletic endeavors, and his 
accomplishments merit special recognition; and
	WHEREAS, An all-state football player at Abilene Cooper High 
School, Mr. Snow pursued his higher education at Baylor University, 
where he was a four-year letterman for the football team; and
	WHEREAS, Equally dedicated to his studies while in college, 
he earned a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and 
disorders, a subject of special interest to Mr. Snow because his 
brother, Brian, had cerebral palsy; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Snow prepared himself for the rigors of play in 
the National Football League throughout his collegiate career with 
a stringent regimen that increased his weight, strength, and 
agility, and he was rewarded in 2000 when he was signed as a free 
agent by the Indianapolis Colts; and
	WHEREAS, During three seasons with the Colts, this highly 
motivated young man has won playing time as a special teams member 
and deep snapper, earning the respect of teammates and opponents 
alike; and
	WHEREAS, Justin Snow is a credit to his team, his family, and 
his state, and it is appropriate that he receive special 
legislative recognition at this time; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Justin Snow on his many notable 
athletic achievements and extend to him sincere best wishes for 
continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Snow as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                          Hunter

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 242 was adopted by the House on March 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House