H.R. No. 61 







R E S O L U T I O N

	WHEREAS, During the 79th legislative session, the office of 

State Representative Abel Herrero benefited tremendously from the 

service rendered by Angela Vorpahl of Katy; and

	WHEREAS, Born in Corpus Christi, Ms. Vorpahl graduated from 

Cinco Ranch High School in Katy and was awarded a scholarship to 

play NCAA Division II volleyball for St. Edward's University, where 

she earned a place in the starting lineup her freshman year; 

demonstrating outstanding athleticism and talent, she helped to 

lead her team through a winning season that included a 24-15 season 

record, an 8-2 conference record, and the 2004 Heartland Conference 

Championship title; and

	WHEREAS, This noteworthy young Texan also performed 

exceptionally well in the classroom as an honors student at St. 

Edward's University; working on dual majors of political science 

and Spanish, she earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average as well as 

a place on the dean's list; and

	WHEREAS, In addition to compiling an impressive list of 

personal achievements, Ms. Vorpahl has shown a deep commitment to 

helping others; her extensive community service efforts  include 

going on three consecutive mission trips to Sierra Mojada and 

Esmeralda, Mexico, with the Life Teen Youth Group from Epiphany of 

the Lord Catholic Church in Katy, serving as a volunteer coach for 

volleyball camps and other youth teams, and participating in the 

Any Baby Can family literacy program in Austin; and

	WHEREAS, Over the course of her legislative internship in 

2005, Ms. Vorpahl gave of her time and talents to assist 

Representative Herrero's staff, gaining valuable work experience 

in the field of public service and making significant contributions 

to numerous projects benefiting her fellow Texans; and

	WHEREAS, In all of her endeavors, Ms. Vorpahl has enjoyed the 

love and support of two extremely proud parents, Doug and Rosemary 

Vorpahl, and three cherished sisters, Jenny, Amy, and Amanda; and

	WHEREAS, This remarkable young lady performed her duties as a 

legislative intern with skill, professionalism, and dedication, 

all the while excelling in her academic and athletic careers, and 

her efforts in behalf of the constituents of House District 34 are 

greatly appreciated; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 

Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend Angela Vorpahl for 

her service as a legislative intern in the office of State 

Representative Abel Herrero and extend to her sincere best wishes 

for success in all her future endeavors; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 

prepared for Ms. Vorpahl as an expression of high regard by the 

Texas House of Representatives.



                                                                         Herrero



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                                                       Speaker of the House     



	I certify that H.R. No. 61 was adopted by the House on July 

28, 2005, by a non-record vote.



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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House