SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 771

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Jacob Samuel Patiño, who has demonstrated an impressive interest in public service and state government through his advocacy on behalf of the victims of school shootings; and

WHEREAS, Jacob Patiño is a sixth-grade student in the McAllen Independent School District; he is greatly concerned about the ongoing loss of life taking place in school shootings and the lost potential of the children who would never grow up to achieve their dreams; and

WHEREAS, Jacob decided that he would take the initiative to try to honor the children who were the victims of these senseless shootings and the teachers who gave their lives defending them; and

WHEREAS, He wrote a moving letter to one of his elected representatives, Senator Juan Hinojosa, and asked him to provide guidance on ways to raise awareness of this important issue; as a result of Jacob's letter, Senate Bill 133 was filed, legislation that would designate May 18 each year as School Shooting Victims Remembrance Day; and

WHEREAS, Jacob has shown himself to be a thoughtful young man and an exemplary advocate for those no longer able to speak for themselves, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commend Jacob Samuel Patiño on his commitment to serving others and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further

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

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 17, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate