H.R. No. 114
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Each January, residents of Arlington gather to pay
  tribute to the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  at the city's Advancing the Dream celebration; and
         WHEREAS, Coordinated by the Arlington Martin Luther King, Jr.
  Celebration Committee, the four-day-long event is one of the
  largest celebrations of its kind in the State of Texas; for more
  than 30 years, it has brought together area residents to reflect on
  the enduring influence of America's foremost civil rights icon,
  while affirming their commitment to carrying forward his legacy by
  creating lasting change in their community; and
         WHEREAS, The event features a presentation of scholarships to
  essay and art contest winners, as well as a step show that includes
  drum lines from local school marching bands, spoken word
  performances, and an ecumenical service; on the final day,
  attendees are encouraged to participate in the MLK Day of Service by
  taking part in volunteer projects; and
         WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Advancing the Dream
  celebration has provided Arlington residents with the opportunity
  to memorialize Dr. King and to rededicate themselves to the ideals
  of peace, freedom, and equality that he championed; now, therefore,
  be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate Arlington's
  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advancing the Dream celebration and
  extend to the organizers and participants sincere best wishes for a
  meaningful and memorable event; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for the Arlington Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
  Committee as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of
  Representatives.
 
  Turner of Tarrant
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 114 was adopted by the House on
  October 14, 2021, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House