Rules & Resolutions

Commending Hargie Scott for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1460 in House District 95.

Honoring the service and achievements of women in the armed forces.

Commending Dan Flagg for his service on the Pilot Point Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Colleen Dow for her service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Brad Watts for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Pat Burns for his service on the Pilot Point Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending William Boutwell for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Russel CeBallos for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Janet Meyers for serving on the Aubrey City Council.

Commending John White for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

Commending Jody Gonzalez for his service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Jim Porter for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

In memory of Maria del Carmen Rodriguez Macias of Dallas.

In memory of Genaro Muñoz Jr. of Roma.

In memory of Rebecca J. Barnett of Pleasanton.

In memory of Fletcher William "Shorty" Ward Jr. of Freer.

Congratulating Dominique Leh of Kirbyville High School on winning second place in the 3A girls' singles contest at the 2017 UIL Tennis State Tournament.

Commending Dr. Joey Saxon for his service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Ware & Associates in Fort Worth.

Congratulating Pastor Bruce D. Datcher of Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Worth on his 60th birthday.

Congratulating Fred Moses of Plano on his election to the Collin College Board of Trustees.

Honoring Larry Wainwright for his service on the Collin College Board of Trustees.

Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Beta Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Congratulating Evelyn Wagner Wright on being honored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas--Mother of Love Court No. 2092.

Commending Helping Hands for Housing in Richardson for its efforts in behalf of Texas veterans.

Congratulating Brandon Lee Figueroa of Weslaco on his accomplishments as a professional boxer.

Commending Jerry McTernan for his contributions to El Paso County.

Congratulating Gerald Wayne Joseph on being honored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas--Mother of Love Court No. 2092.

Congratulating Felix Ramos on being honored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas--Mother of Love Court No. 2092.

In memory of U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Joshua Michael Snowden.

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Institute of Engineers--USA and honoring the organization's DFW Chapter on its annual banquet.

Congratulating the Bells High School softball team on winning the 2017 University Interscholastic League 2A state championship.

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Northwest Democrats of Bexar County.

Recognizing Charlene Seale of Amarillo on becoming the first nurse practitioner in Texas to receive full practice authority from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Congratulating Ernest Angelo Jr. on his receipt of the 2017 Top Pioneer Award from the Permian Basin Petroleum Pioneers.

Commending Annette Crooks for her service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Dale Gleason for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Allen Chick for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Whitney Delcourt for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

Commending Sue N. Allen for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1301 in House District 95.

Commending Deborah Goin for serving on the Aubrey City Council.

Commending Chris Faircloth for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Ken Scribner for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Marilyn Hinton on her service as a member of the Plano ISD Board of Trustees.

In memory of Charles "Chuck" Beal of San Diego, California.

Commending Carrolyn Moebius for her service on the Plano ISD Board of Trustees.

Commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the founding of Brentwood Baptist Church in Houston.

Commemorating the dedication of the Nestora Granillo Piarote statue at the Tigua Indian Cultural Center in El Paso.

In memory of Tom Diamond of El Paso.

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of Abiding Faith Baptist Church in Missouri City.

Congratulating Payton Freeman of White Deer High School on winning third place at the 2017 UIL 1A Boys Golf State Tournament.

Recognizing Ray and Zoie White for their service to Lions Clubs International.

In memory of Patricia Gayle Eversole of Houston.

Congratulating Alejandra Zuniga, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Caprock High School.

In memory of John Benard Fisher III of Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Kayla Wilhelm, valedictorian of the Holy Cross Catholic Academy Class of 2017.

Congratulating Kityana Ogoke Diaz, salutatorian of the Palo Duro High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Mindy Fulton, salutatorian for the Class of 2017 at White Deer High School.

Congratulating Andrea Aguirre, valedictorian of the Caprock High School Class of 2017.

Commending Gary Morgan for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1146 in House District 95.

In memory of Lonnie "Bo" Pilgrim of Pittsburg, Texas.

Commending Vera Roberts for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1104 in House District 95.

Commending Sandy Joyce for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1059 in House District 95.

Commending Rosie L. Williams for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1211 in House District 95.

Commending Dana Braack for her service on the Pilot Point Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Jeff Perry for serving on the Aubrey City Council.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Edom Volunteer Fire Department.

In memory of John Mills Carter Sr. of Fort Worth.

Commending Joe Rodriguez on his service to the Brownsville Independent School District.

In memory of Charlcie Nutt Phillips of Carthage.

Honoring Morgan's Point Resort Fire Chief John Phillips and his crew for containing a local fire.

Congratulating Donnie Audrey Kite Cooper of Waco on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

Congratulating Dr. Jesús Roberto Rodríguez on his selection as president of Texas Southmost College.

In memory of Samuel Alvin White of Quitman.

Congratulating Andrew Rueda of Wellington High School on winning a gold medal at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

Congratulating Kayci Prince on her election to the Plano City Council.

Congratulating Elizabeth Eguía-García on becoming the executive director of the Maestro Entrepreneur Center and vice president of small business for the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

In memory of John Kelso of Austin.

Commending Melinda Hamilton for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1188 in House District 95.

Congratulating Amanda K. Edwards on being honored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas--Mother of Love Court No. 2092.

In memory of Dr. Karl B. Putnam of El Paso.

Commending Charles Rosborough for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1012 in House District 95.

Commending Ashlee Henig for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4492 in House District 95.

Commending Deralyn Davis for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1149 in House District 95.

Commending Martha Davis for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1089 in House District 95.

Commending Yolanda Tatum for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1106 in House District 95.

Commending Charlie Ray Smith for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1154 in House District 95.

Commending Doug Cuny for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1151 in House District 95.

Commending Sherida Taylor for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1257 in House District 95.

Congratulating Greg Myer on his election to the Plano ISD school board.

Congratulating Angela Powell on her election to the Plano ISD Board of Trustees.

Commending David Downs for his service on the Plano City Council.

Honoring the North Texas Angels Pageant.

Commemorating the 117th anniversary of First Missionary Baptist Church in Silsbee.

Congratulating James Alton Caffey on his 100th birthday.

Congratulating Dr. Luis C. Luna of Clint Junior High School on being named the Region 19 Education Service Center Secondary Teacher of the Year for 2018.

Congratulating Dr. Teresa Lenoir on her retirement as a legislative aide for State Representative Alma Allen.

Congratulating Town Square Title on its forthcoming 10th anniversary in 2018.

In memory of Bettye J. Glover of Cedar Park.

Congratulating Christina Castaños of Purple Heart Elementary School in El Paso on being named the Region 19 Education Service Center 2018 Elementary Teacher of the Year.

Commemorating the 31st anniversary of Christian Bible Church in Missouri City and honoring the Reverend Rudolph White Jr.

Commending Cruz Pantoja for her decades of service at Wilson Plaza in Corpus Christi.

In memory of Maria Gutierrez Arevalo of Robstown.

In memory of Donald Lewis Benton of El Paso.

Congratulating Lucy Dean Record of Lockney on her achievements as a musician and teacher.

Congratulating the Robstown High School baseball team on a successful 2016-2017 season.

Commending Frank Moya of Shamrock for his heroism during the Texas Panhandle wildfires of 2017.

Congratulating the Honorable Ida Hernandez Brazell on her retirement from the Fifth Administrative Judicial Region.

In memory of Judge Earl Kent Ellis of Houston.

Commending James Moya of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his courage and sacrifice during the catastrophic Texas Panhandle wildfires of 2017.

In memory of Johnnie I. Krajca of Ennis.

Congratulating Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital on its receipt of a 2017 Texas Award for Performance Excellence from the Quality Texas Foundation.

Congratulating musician Don Henley on his 70th birthday.

In memory of Pamela M. Phelps of Center.

Congratulating Larissa Nicole Neely, valedictorian of the West Texas High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Charity Perry and Cutter Babcock of Groom High School on earning Honorable Mention All-Star Cast recognition at the 2016-2017 UIL One-Act Play State Meet.

Congratulating Hannah Cherise Morris, salutatorian of the Sunray High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Austin Whatley, salutatorian of the Sanford-Fritch High School Class of 2017.

In memory of Dwayne Clanton of Lubbock.

Congratulating Hadley Freeman of White Deer High School on winning a bronze medal in the Class 1A boys' pole vault at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

Congratulating John Nguyen, valedictorian of the Palo Duro High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Ryan Clark, salutatorian of the River Road High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Jayden P. Medrano, salutatorian of the Dumas High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Madison Hatfield, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Sunray High School.

In memory of John Anthony Crianza II of Baytown.

Congratulating Robert J. Gonzalez of Mission on his retirement as a supervisor from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Congratulating Megan Wilson, valedictorian of the Tascosa High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Ethan Mickna, valedictorian of the Ascension Academy Class of 2017.

Congratulating Autumn Graf, valedictorian of the River Road High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Kendra Dawn Brown, salutatorian of the Panhandle High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Evelyn Bruton, salutatorian of the Tascosa High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Delaney Needham, salutatorian of the San Jacinto Christian Academy Class of 2017.

Congratulating Lillian Rose Cogburn, valedictorian of the Bushland High School Class of 2017.

Commemorating the 100th homecoming of the Ables Springs Cemetery.

Congratulating Fernando Jacquez, valedictorian of the Stratford High School Class of 2017.

Honoring Dr. Tim Summerlin on his retirement as president and chancellor of Schreiner University.

In memory of retired Lubbock firefighter Jay Wesley Watson.

Congratulating Odilon Bretado on his retirement as custodian of Crockett Elementary School in Midland.

In memory of Rudy Segura Jr. of Waxahachie.

In memory of Leona Pauline Dunbar Erekson.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Matagorda County United Way.

Congratulating Shon Blake on his retirement as chief of the Baytown Fire Department.

Congratulating Marco Arevalo of Falfurrias High School on his first-place finish in the 3A boys' shot put at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

In memory of Sarah Ann Mettauer Summers.

In memory of John A. Pope III of Rio Grande City.

Congratulating San Jacinto College on its receipt of a 2017 Rising Star Award from the Aspen Institute.

In memory of Bobbie Ray "Rip" Griffin of Lubbock.

Congratulating Dr. John E. Chapman III of Ennis ISD on being named Region 10 Superintendent of the Year for 2017.

In memory of Edgar Howard Perry III of Austin.

Honoring David Eubank for saving the life of a young girl in Mosul.

Congratulating Roy Brooks of the Tarrant County Commissioners Court on his election as president of the National Association of Counties.

In memory of Bettye J. Glover of Cedar Park.

Honoring Jamie Sullins for her service on the board of the Arlington Independent School District.

Recognizing Sarah Singleton of Cypress on her outstanding record of civic engagement.

Congratulating the DeSoto High School girls' track team on winning the 2017 UIL 6A state championship.

Congratulating Kinne's Jewelers in Gainesville on its receipt of a Texas Treasure Business Award from the Texas Historical Commission.

In memory of Michael C. Fisher of Bastrop.

Congratulating Brazosport ISD schools that achieved the top rating on the 2017 STAAR tests.

Commemorating the ribbon-cutting for University Hall at the University of North Texas at Dallas.

Congratulating Edward Pisklak of Brazoria on his 100th birthday.

Congratulating Anne Cozart on her retirement as district director for State Representative Charlie Geren.

In memory of Starr County commissioner Raul "Roy" Peña Jr.

Congratulating the Groveton High School baseball team on a successful 2016-2017 season.

Amending Rule 5 of the rules of the House.

Congratulating Gregory D. Watson on having the overall course grade for his 1982 University of Texas American government class elevated from a C to an A after a wait of 35 years.

Honoring Captain Carl H. Isett on the event of his retirement from the United States Navy Reserve.

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first aircraft landing at Mineola-Wisener Field Airport in Wood County.

In memory of Steve Dekker of Houston.

Commending Ken Daughtry of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Svaksha Iyengar of Prosper High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar finalist.

In memory of Charles Loyd Graham of Normangee.

In memory of John Treviño Jr. of Austin.

Congratulating Corbin Lewis on receiving the Superstar Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating Veterans Day 2017.

Congratulating Dr. Rodney M. Wiseman on his election as president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

Commending Jennifer McCoy of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association.

Congratulating Calysta Elise Guerrero, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Bishop High School.

In memory of Richard Rodriguez of Houston.

Congratulating Alejandro Jorge Olvera, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen Charter High School.

Congratulating Mackenzie Arnold, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen High School.

Recognizing the eighth-grade class of Nova Academy on the occasion of its visit to the State Capitol.

Commending Andrea Ojeda for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Rafael Anchia.

Commending Paola Pina for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Roland Gutierrez.

Congratulating Mercedes Virginia Gonzalez, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Foy H. Moody High School.

Congratulating the girls' track and field team of Union Grove High School in Gladewater on winning the 2017 UIL 2A state championship.

Honoring the Amarillo Area Foundation on its 60th anniversary.

In memory of Barbara Dunn Kuhl of Houston.

Congratulating Ryan and Lauren Trimble on the birth of their daughter, Tabitha Mae Trimble.

Congratulating Mark W. Robbins on his receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.

Commending Hannah Jordan Bevers for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.

Commemorating the 27th anniversary of the Buckner Family Hope Center at Aldine.

In memory of Linda Cottar of Baytown.

Congratulating Austin "Rose" Heilman on receiving a Rising Star Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating T. C. and Mary Jo Ellard of Coppell on their 60th wedding anniversary.

Congratulating Jesusa Razzo on receiving a Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Student Support Services Outstanding Award.

Congratulating Albert Hernandez on receiving an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Nneka Ukegbu on receiving an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating Christmas 2017.

Congratulating Michelle McGaha on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating Thanksgiving 2017.

Congratulating Dillon Humpal, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at London High School.

Congratulating Anna Elise Trevino, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Collegiate High School.

Honoring Rene Vasquez for his 30-year career in sports broadcasting.

Commending Trang-Thu "Mimi" Duong for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.

Congratulating Oleta Smith of Dumas on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

Honoring Pastor Joe F. Russell on the occasion of his 20th pastoral anniversary at Greater Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Houston.

Congratulating Prosper High School UIL academics teams on winning the district championship.

Commending Wesley Ownby of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.

Commending Katelyn Jamieson of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.

Commending Ruston Laurence of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.

Commemorating Flag Day 2017.

Commending Robert Krecklow of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.

Commending the graduates of Parent University at Manuel Jara Elementary School in Fort Worth.

Congratulating 14-year-old Carson Huey-You on his graduation from Texas Christian University.

In memory of Billy G. McGinnis of Troy.

Commemorating Memorial Day 2017.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's speech at the Berlin Wall on June 12, 1987.

Commemorating the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new unit at the Agrium plant in Borger.

Congratulating Alfonso Cohuo on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating the Fourth of July, 2017.

Congratulating Daniel Fisher of Plano on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

Congratulating Eddie Lee of Midland Christian School on his receipt of an honorary doctorate from Abilene Christian University.

Congratulating W. Allan Hayes on his receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.

Commending Dr. William Gonzaba for his contributions to the health and welfare of the people of San Antonio.

Congratulating Savannah Cushman of Sea Scout Ship 208, SSS Red Skies, in Baytown on her appointment as the 2017-2018 regional boatswain for the Sea Scouts Southern Region.

Congratulating the Klondike FFA homesite evaluation team on its first-place finish at the 66th National Land and Range Judging Contest.

Commemorating the exhibition of the Moving Wall Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Sachse May 26-29, 2017.

Commending Clifford Mills for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3026 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Justin Jackson of Tomball on helping the University of North Carolina men's basketball team win the 2017 NCAA national championship.

Congratulating Chantal Thantrong of Cypress Creek High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar semifinalist.

Commending Bruce Hillegeist for his outstanding service to the Tomball community.

Congratulating the Tomball High School Percussion Ensemble on winning the Scholastic Concert Open Class title at the 2017 Winter Guard International Percussion World Championship.

Congratulating Mallory Smith of Henrietta M. King High School in Kingsville on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.

Commending the Sigma chapter of Delta Epsilon Mu at The University of Texas at Austin for its community service.

Commending Tera M. Coffey for her service in the office of State Representative Yvonne Davis.

Commending Emma Nelson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1307 in Dallas County.

Commending the Honorable Monique D. Davis for her outstanding service as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives.

Commending Shannon Bailey for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1081 in Dallas County.

Commending Jack Gresham for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4033 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Joe Rosas of Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

Congratulating Roshauud Paul of Bremond High School on earning the 2016 Mr. Texas Football High School Player of the Year Award.

Honoring the Legislative Reference Library.

Congratulating Jessica Barrera on her receipt of three awards from the Programs for Academic Student Support initiative at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

In memory of Lindsay Davis Weems of Fort Worth.

Commending Hobie Hukill for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1079 in Dallas County.

Commending Johnny Jefferson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1063 in Dallas County.

Commending Vincent Rodriguez for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3016 in Dallas County.

Congratulating George Ann Voss on her receipt of a Superstar Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Recognizing November 2017 as Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Awareness Month.

Honoring Miriam M. Elizondo for her service to the Rape Crisis Center in San Antonio.

Congratulating Jim Cahill on his retirement from the Garland City Council.

Commending Claudia Fowler for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3045 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Peyton Baros of Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

Congratulating the Deep East Texas Council of Governments and Economic Development District on its 50th anniversary.

Commending Cynthia Cole for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3023 in Dallas County.

Honoring Stephen W. Stanley on his retirement from the Garland City Council.

Congratulating Jacob Rodriguez on his athletic achievements at Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi.

Commending Sally White for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1058 in Dallas County.

Commending Gabriela Pataro for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1061 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Aleena Villareal of Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.

Congratulating Vaunne Telan of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.

Congratulating Aaron Rodriguez of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

Congratulating the boys' track and field team from Cypress Christian School in Houston on placing second overall at the 2017 TAPPS 4A Track & Field State Meet.

Congratulating Noal Villareal of Odem High School on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of Love INC of Angelina County.

Congratulating Jennifer Mitchell on her selection as a 2016-2017 Fort Worth ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year finalist.

Congratulating Aissa Garza on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Kennedy Quintanilla of W. B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.

Commending Fernando Rojas for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1308 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Rogers Pope Sr. on his selection as 2017 Citizen of the Year by the Rotary Club of Longview.

Congratulating Matthew Rodriguez of Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

Commending John Burton for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1115 in Dallas County.

Commending Cynthia Cole for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1078 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Detective Ronald L. Iscaro on his retirement from the Dallas Police Department.

Congratulating the Graham High School Rocketeer Steers team on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge.

In memory of Barbara Ruud of Austin.

Commemorating the grand opening of The Link Event and Recreation Center in Richland Hills on April 29, 2017.

In memory of J. B. Owen Jr. of Waco.

Commending Allison Joy for her service as a legislative intern.

Congratulating Micah Bachner on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Trent Harris on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Port of Brownsville Police Officer Jose Luis Ramirez on his receipt of the Fire Chief Life Saving Award from the Brownsville Fire Department.

Congratulating Paul and Charla Vinyard on their receipt of the Tom Landry Leadership Award from Dallas Baptist University.

Congratulating Nannette Underwood of Fort Worth on her retirement from Rosemont Middle School.

Commemorating the 15th anniversary of Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Fort Worth.

Congratulating Michael Fitch on his receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

In memory of Rachel Greenspan Perelman of Brownsville.

Commending Connor Leigh for his service as a legislative intern.

Congratulating Ivan Martinez on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Kianna Sills on her receipt of two awards from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Rise Academy in Lubbock on being named a National Title I Distinguished School.

Congratulating Warren High School in San Antonio on receiving a silver medal from U.S. News & World Report in the publication's 2017 Best High Schools feature.

Congratulating April Emmett on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating John Barrera on winning two first-place medals at the 2017 Pan Jiu-Jitsu International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Championship.

Honoring the Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship Program on the occasion of its annual banquet on July 25, 2017.

Congratulating Gary Majors on his appointment as constable of Fort Bend County, Precinct 2.

Commending Eva Sandoval Bonilla for her record of community service in Fort Worth.

Congratulating Renita Newton on her receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

In memory of Willard Howard Hammonds Sr. of Corpus Christi.

Commending Brock Joseph Barbay on his graduation as salutatorian of the Newton High School Class of 2017 and on his perfect attendance record.

Congratulating Marissa Danielle Marciel on her receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Jonah Qualls of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.

Congratulating Matthew David Wurst on his graduation from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Congratulating Dave Ward on the occasion of his retirement from KTRK-TV in Houston.

Congratulating Devonta McDade on his receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating the Cypress Creek High School girls' water polo team on winning the 2017 Texas Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association state championship.

Commending Nick Garcia of Childress High School for recognizing first responders with a commemorative bench in Fair Park.

Congratulating Pedro Damián González on his receipt of both an SSS--STEM Outstanding Award and a TRIO Islanders Community Service Award at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

In memory of John William Zerr of Hondo.

Commending Alfred Breuer for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Terry Canales.

Congratulating Trish Hanks on her retirement as superintendent of Friendswood ISD.

Congratulating Colonel Craig Hunter on his retirement as director of law enforcement for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Commending Maxwell Newton on his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.

Congratulating James W. Elliott of Waco on his 80th birthday.

Congratulating Jack and Janice Lobb of Irving on their 70th wedding anniversary.

Recognizing the Texas Medical Association for its Ernest and Sarah Butler Awards for Excellence in Science Teaching program.

Paying tribute to the life of Aubrey Keith Wilson and honoring Nona Long Wilson for the couple's contributions to Birdville ISD.

Congratulating the Thurgood Marshall High School boys' basketball team on its success during the 2016-2017 season.

Commending Ashton Thomas for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.

Honoring the Texas Podiatric Medical Association on its 100th anniversary.

Congratulating Russell Maranan, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston.

Congratulating Tianming Deng on graduating as the salutatorian of the Sharpstown High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Billy and Rita Lashlee of Clyde on their 40th wedding anniversary.

Congratulating the Canadian High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 3A state championship.

Congratulating Tesfamichael Negussie, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston.

Congratulating Loi Lao on his designation as a co-salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Sharpstown International School in Houston.

Honoring the former Midland County judges being recognized at the 2017 Judicial Heritage Ceremony.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Hide-A-Way Lake Club in Smith County.

Congratulating Andrea Galabeas on her receipt of a Community Services Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Melissa Zamora on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Noe Anguiano on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Recognizing the Washington County Chamber of Commerce for 100 years of service to the community.

In memory of the life of Robert Russell Barnett.

Commending Zackary K. Griffin for his service in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford.

Commending Louis Lombardo for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Kevin Roberts.

Congratulating Skyler Barker on receiving the 2016 Chief Floyd Simpson Police Officer of the Year award from the Kiwanis Club of Corpus Christi.

Commending Bill Quang Nguyen Dang for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford.

In memory of Walter Keven Davis of Waxahachie.

Congratulating Nora M. Isaac on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commending Megan Pulley for her service as district director in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford.

Commending Ashton Moore for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Kevin Roberts.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the first graduating class of Trinity Valley School in Fort Worth.

Congratulating the Reverend Matthew R. Alix Sr. of Houston on his 60 years in the ministry.

Congratulating the 2017 State Artists.

Honoring the participants in the 2017 Rio Grande Valley Legislative Internship Program.

Commending Helene Barnes, Andres Cerecero, Brianna Dominguez, Aidan O'Neil, Alejandro Izaguirre, Amahree Archie, Jacob Kowalski, Andi Leacock-Williams, and Louisa Xie for their service as legislative interns in the office of State Representative Eric Johnson.

Congratulating the James Madison High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 3A state championship.

Congratulating Sharon Pierce on her retirement as state advisor for the Texas Association of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.

Congratulating Marissa Guerra on her receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Janson Guillen of Veterans Memorial Early College High School on his receipt of a full scholarship to Texas Christian University.

Congratulating Lamesa Municipal Airport on being named the 2017 Airport of the Year by the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division.

In memory of Robbi Boone of Canyon Lake.

Commending Bobby McNeil of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Paying tribute to the life of World War II veteran Willie V Jordan of Newport.

Commending Urrick Marshall of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Frank Dewayne Finchum of Orange.

In memory of David Calvin Mattax of Austin.

Commending Marcus Rose of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Larry Huber Senkel of Houston.

Commending Mary Day Royston of Houston for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Jason Isaac.

Congratulating Miquel J. Tebo on his receipt of a Rising Star Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating the opening of Melissa Eye Associates.

Congratulating Tamira Jackson of Roy Miller High School in Corpus Christi on her receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.

Congratulating Shawn Mena on her appointment as principal of Franklin High School in El Paso.

Recognizing October 15-21, 2017, as National Veterinary Technician Week.

Commemorating the 41st Isaac "Ike" Reed Family Reunion.

Congratulating students from the Prosper High School Eagle Production Group on their success at the 2017 UIL Young Filmmakers Festival.

Commending Vinit Shah for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Jason Isaac.

Congratulating Elizabeth Cristan on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Sandy Martinez on her receipt of a 2017 Dell Scholarship.

Commending the Leander Police Department for its leadership and participation in the National Night Out program.

Congratulating Juan Martinez Robles on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Coach Hubert "Hoot" Jones on his retirement from Anna High School.

Congratulating Kacy Metcalf of McKinney on her receipt of the Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating the Northside Independent School District in San Antonio on receiving a Community Outdoor Outreach Program grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Congratulating Ryan Walters of Solomon Coles High School in Corpus Christi on his receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.

Congratulating Jason Rodriguez on his receipt of a Key Spouse Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital in San Antonio.

Congratulating Erin Heidrick of Prosper High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar finalist.

Commending Cody Phillips of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Steve Covarrubias Jr. of Robstown Early College High School on his receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.

Congratulating Joseph Manago on his appointment as principal of Andress High School in El Paso.

Congratulating Imani C. Tebo on her receipt of a TRIO Islanders Organization Rising Star Award.

Commending Horacio "Lacho" Garza Jr. of Edinburg on his career with the Sharyland Independent School District.

In memory of Esther Borjas Garza of Robstown.

Commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Teens in the Driver Seat program.

Recognizing May 18, 2017, as American Heritage Girls Day at the State Capitol.

In memory of Grace and Leo Casagrande of Spring.

Congratulating the Klein Oak High School color guard on winning its division title at the 2017 Winter Guard International World Championships.

Commending Irene Armendariz of Austin for her service as a member of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.

Commending Bill Wilson of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Keith Rose of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Honoring Chris Kyker of Abilene for her public service.

Congratulating the Kilgore High School boys' soccer team on winning the 2016-2017 UIL 4A state championship.

Commending Ricky Salas of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Doug Reed of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Hattie Marshall of Houston.

In memory of Dorothy Louise Midkiff of Waxahachie.

Commending Cole Wilson of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Carol Lala on her retirement from the Goliad Independent School District.

Congratulating Stephen Foster Hill, head football coach at St. Pius X High School in Houston, on his accomplishments.

Commending Keith Wiggains of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Clay Zybach of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Robert Ford of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of former state representative Gary Thompson.

Congratulating the Tuloso-Midway High School theater arts group on winning first place in the UIL One-Act Play district competition.

Congratulating Thomas and Suzanne Fraser of Baytown on their 50th wedding anniversary.

Commending James Umsted of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Juan Gonzales Sr.

In memory of Henderson County Justice of the Peace Tommy Barnett.

Commending Ethan Grant of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Dean Hathaway of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Frank Wiebe of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Matt Orr of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Jacen Lemons of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Cris Thomas of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Tino Salinas of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Mark Lemons of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Officer Calvin M. McCullers Jr. of the Southern Methodist University Police Department.

In memory of Officer Amir Abdul-Khaliq of the Austin Police Department.

In memory of Joseph Ray Perry of Paint Creek.

Commending Jonathon Hamby of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Pastor Ronny Barner for his service to West University Baptist Church.

Honoring former state representative Jim Keffer for his service in the Texas Legislature.

In memory of Colonel Roy W. Burley Sr. of San Antonio.

Congratulating LaTreshia Hamilton on her graduation from the Loyola University New Orleans College of Law.

Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Texas Water Development Board.

Commending the Governor William P. Clements Jr. Scholars for their service to the State of Texas.

Congratulating Mary Ann Whiteker on her retirement as superintendent of Hudson Independent School District.

Commending Tucker Conner of the Samnorwood Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Larry Wright of the Samnorwood Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Billy Bryan of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Kory McLaughlin of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Dustin Pool of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Wes Campbell of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending B. J. Bonner of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Shelton May of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Garrett Childress of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Westin Williams of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Chief Randy Tallant of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Barry Sanders of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Eddy Corse of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Bill Ridgeway of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 36th Infantry Division of the Texas Army National Guard.

Congratulating Emelia Patterson on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

In memory of former Texas Tech University football head coach William Taylor "Spike" Dykes.

Congratulating the Jasper High School girls' soccer team on reaching the 2016-2017 UIL state semifinals.

Honoring Sno-Cup as a longtime Robstown business.

Congratulating Anjali Venkatesh on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Bev Ball on her retirement as the swimming coach at McMurry University.

Congratulating Melinda Siotos on her receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

Commending Landry Meadows of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Paden Coulter of the Allison Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Honoring Blake Pyron of Sanger on the anniversary of the opening of his business, Blake's Snow Shack.

Congratulating Morgan Rollins on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Kathleen Hartman James on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Whitney Browning on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Honoring the Leadership McKinney Class of 2017.

Congratulating Cynthia Hagerman on her receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

Congratulating Maria Mayen on her receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

Commending Matt Warren of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Jimmy Nelson of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Matt Huff of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Erik Taliaferro on his receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

Commending Caroline Briscoe for her service as an intern in the office of State Representative Jason Isaac.

Commending Mark Meadows of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Dr. David Kirk Wittenburg of El Paso.

Congratulating Maitreyi Ramaswamy on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Honoring Hugs Café in McKinney for providing employment to people with special needs.

Commending Jimmy Lane of the Allison Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Sonali Mitra on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Commending Josh Archer of the Allison Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Jacob Widner of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Ralph Freeman of the Childress Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Recognizing May 4, 2017, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol.

Congratulating Valeri Redd on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Honoring the staff of the Alvin Convention and Visitors Bureau on the occasion of National Travel and Tourism Week.

Congratulating Devika Kumar on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Jack A. Griggs on his induction into the Texas Bankers Hall of Fame.

In memory of Louise Hopkins Underwood of Lubbock.

Congratulating Jennifer Rodriguez on her receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

Commending Bill Warren of the Shamrock Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Jason James of the Briscoe Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Commending Shawnea Hennig of the Kelton Volunteer Fire Department for her contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

Congratulating Margarita Velasquez on her receipt of a 2017-2018 Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship.

In memory of the Reverend Harvey E. Penley of Haltom City.

Congratulating John Gregory Webb of Fort Worth on his retirement from the office of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.

In memory of Dr. Valerie Kim Wright of Waco.

Commending Navin Pillai for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Dan Huberty during the 85th Legislative Session.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Williams Chicken restaurants in North Texas.

Congratulating Irma Alonzo on her selection as the 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year at John F. Kennedy Elementary School in Corpus Christi.

Congratulating the Junior League of Collin County on its 40th anniversary.

Congratulating Maria E. Zuniga on her selection as the 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year at West Oso Elementary School.

Recognizing May 9, 2017, as Hutto Day at the State Capitol.

Congratulating Francisco Martinez and former state representative Marisa Marquez on the birth of their son, Ricardo Candelaria Martinez.

Recognizing the 2017 Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductees.

Congratulating Henry Hernandez of Irving on his selection as a Distinguished Finalist in the 2017 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.

Recognizing the Texas A&M University Agricultural and Natural Resources Policy Internship Program and the Public Policy Internship Program and the programs' interns for the 85th legislative session.

Honoring former state representative Jim Keffer for his service in the Texas Legislature.