SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 302

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Ashley Gerich of New Caney, who has been named one of 
Texas' top youth volunteers for 2005 by the Prudential Spirit of 
Community Awards Program; and
	WHEREAS, Prudential Financial, in partnership with the 
National Association of Secondary School Principals, presents 
the awards annually to honor young people across America for 
outstanding volunteerism and community service; in 2005, more 
than 20,000 students nationwide were considered for the awards; 
and
	WHEREAS, A student at Caney Creek High School in Conroe, 
Ashley will receive a bronze medallion for qualifying as a 
Distinguished Finalist in the 10th year of the awards program; 
she is being honored for her exemplary work in providing toys and 
gifts for needy children in her area through her "Christmas 
Store" project; and
	WHEREAS, Ashley Gerich has shown by example that she 
embodies the true spirit of giving to the community, and she will 
undoubtedly have a positive influence on the lives of the young 
children she is helping; and
	WHEREAS, Ashley has earned the admiration of her peers, her 
community, and her state, and she is truly deserving of the honor 
bestowed on her; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby extend congratulations to Ashley Gerich 
for her selection as one of our state's Distinguished Finalists 
in the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program and extend 
best wishes to her in all her future endeavors; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
this exemplary young lady as an expression of high regard from 
the Texas Senate.
                                                                        Williams




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 7, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate