SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 901

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Darold Williamson of Waco for earning a gold medal at 
the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece; and

	WHEREAS, A member of the United States men's 4x400-meter 
relay team, Darold ran the anchor leg of the relay and clinched 
the team's gold medal with his outstanding performance; and

	WHEREAS, Darold's many achievements over the years leading 
up to the Athens Olympics include winning the World Junior 
400-meter championship, the 400-meter championship in the Big 12 
Conference, and the 200-meter and 400-meter high school 
championships, as well as three National Collegiate Athletic 
Association relay titles; and

	WHEREAS, Exhibiting hard work, dedication, and 
perseverance, Darold has brought honor to his community, his 
state, and his country, and he is truly worthy of legislative 
recognition; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Darold Williamson for his many 
outstanding athletic achievements and congratulate him on 
winning a gold medal at the 2004 Olympic Games; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                         Averitt




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 18, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate