By: Farney (Senate Sponsor - Patrick) H.C.R. No. 68

(In the Senate - Received from the House May 3, 2013; May 6, 2013, read first time and referred to Committee on Administration; May 15, 2013, reported favorably by the following vote: Yeas 4, Nays 0; May 15, 2013, sent to printer.)

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Teachers make a difference each day with the energy and creativity they bring to the education of our children; and

WHEREAS, They help keep American democracy alive by laying the foundation for good citizenship, and they instill in young people a love of learning; and

WHEREAS, Filling such roles as instructor, motivator, encourager, and mentor, teachers continue to influence us long after our school days are over; and

WHEREAS, Few other professionals touch as many lives as teachers, and it is indeed fitting to recognize these committed men and women for their contributions to our state's most precious resource; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the 83rd Legislature of the State of Texas hereby designate the first full week of May as Texas Teacher Appreciation Week; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That in accordance with the provisions of Section 391.004(d), Government Code, the designation remains in effect until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is passed.

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