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79R11175 JNC-D

By:  Burnam                                                       H.R. No. 1582


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A third-grade class from Como Elementary School in Fort Worth is visiting the State Capitol on this day to learn more about the seat of Texas government firsthand; and WHEREAS, With the 79th Legislative Session well underway, the Capitol is a source of great activity, offering visitors an excellent opportunity to see their state government in action; and WHEREAS, Accompanied by dedicated teacher and advanced academic coordinator Joyce Bowens, these young Texans will have a chance to tour the Capitol and learn more about the fascinating history of this monument to freedom and democracy; the outstanding collection of art and documentation housed on the Capitol grounds also provides an exceptional source of information for those interested in the role of state government and the chronicles of our great state; and WHEREAS, The magnificent Capitol, with its impressive rotunda and distinctive pink granite facade, is an ideal setting for young and old alike to discover the rich heritage of the Lone Star State and to gain insight into the workings of our state legislature, and the members of this chamber are pleased to commemorate this worthwhile visit; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby commend Joyce Bowens and the visiting third-grade students of Como Elementary School on their interest in state government and extend to them sincere best wishes for an informative and memorable visit to Austin; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the class and their teacher as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.