79R17267 JHS-D

By:  Homer                                                      H.C.R. No. 204



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, On May 20, 2005, citizens of Hopkins County will 
celebrate George Law Day in recognition of this esteemed 
gentleman's selection as Sulphur Springs Kiwanis Layperson of the 
Year by the Golden K and Sulphur Springs Kiwanis Clubs; and
	WHEREAS, A retired educator and administrator, Mr. Law 
devoted more than 20 years of his life to working with young people 
in the Sulphur Springs and Como-Pickton school districts; during 
his tenure with Sulphur Springs, he served as Kiwanis Key Club 
advisor, faithfully advancing the charitable and civic efforts of 
the Kiwanis Club; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Law is a longtime member and trustee of First 
United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs and has served on the 
church building committee and as president of the Messengers' Class 
and the Methodist Men; he has also been a strong supporter of the 
Boy Scouts of America for more than 35 years; and
	WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Law has received the 
support of his loving wife, Barbara, with whom he has shared many 
happy times, and the couple are admired for encouraging and 
instilling a positive work ethic in their children and 
grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, George Law's commitment to his family, his church, 
and the young people of Hopkins County is most admirable, 
demonstrating his generosity of spirit and his strength of 
character, and his noteworthy efforts have earned him the respect 
and admiration of his friends, family, and fellow citizens; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby congratulate George Law on his selection as Sulphur Springs 
Kiwanis Layperson of the Year and extend best wishes to him for 
continued success and happiness in all his endeavors; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Law as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives and Senate.