Rules & Resolutions

Commending Ellen Chase for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1311 in House District 95.

Congratulating Dr. Gary Schwarz on his selection as a 2017 DentaQuest Health Equity Hero.

Congratulating Penelope Bankston on being named principal of Parkland High School in El Paso.

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

In memory of Emil Eugene Ogden of College Station.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Brazosport Cares Food Pantry.

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

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

Commemorating the 60th anniversary of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg.

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

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

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.

In memory of Rebecca J. Barnett of Pleasanton.

In memory of Genaro Muñoz Jr. of Roma.

In memory of Maria del Carmen Rodriguez Macias of Dallas.

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

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 Jeff Miller for serving on the Aubrey City Council.

Commending Jimmy Howard for his service on the Sanger Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending C. J. Hilliard for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

Commending Renee Polk for her service on the Pilot Point Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Thomas Muir for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Dan Gist for his service as superintendent of the Pilot Point Independent School District.

Commending Jim Milacek for his service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

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

Commending William Boutwell for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Gary Bilyeu for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Dean Cordell for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

Commending Trey Duncan for his service on the Aubrey Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Commending Eric Johnson for his service on the Pilot Point Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Congratulating the Tarrant County Black Historical and Genealogical Society on its 40th anniversary.

Recognizing Frank Staggs of Laredo on his 90th birthday.

Congratulating the Reverend Marcus McDonald on his installation as pastor of New Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Worth.

Congratulating Dionne Mack on her appointment as deputy city manager of public safety and support services for the City of El Paso.

Congratulating the Era High School girls' 4x400-meter relay team on winning a gold medal at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

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.

In memory of Robert G. Neill Jr. of El Paso.

Commending Eric Faulkner for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1295 in House District 95.

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

Congratulating Robert Dubey on his election to the Richardson City Council.

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

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

Congratulating Merrit Mitchell of White Deer High School on medaling at the 2017 UIL 1A Girls Golf State Tournament.

In memory of Tom Diamond of El Paso.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Camp Kadima.

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Leander Church of Christ.

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

In memory of Sharon Nellums-Goosby of Houston.

In memory of Patricia Gayle Eversole of Houston.

Congratulating Cane Island in Katy on its selection as one of the 50 best master-planned communities in the United States by Where to Retire magazine.

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

Congratulating Hunter René Heck, valedictorian of the Panhandle High School Class of 2017.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Honoring William Patrick Dodson for his service as chair of the Uvalde County Democratic Party Executive Committee.

Commending Bishop Lester E. Blount Sr. and First Lady Juanita Blount for their seven-year tenure with Good Samaritan Missionary Baptist Church in Houston.

Commending Kevin Thomas for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1153 in House District 95.

Commending Isidro Gonzales for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4006 in House District 95.

Commending Karroll W. Parker for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1170 in House District 95.

Commending Benjamin Willis for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1056 in House District 95.

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

In memory of Samuel Alvin White of Quitman.

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

In memory of Charlcie Nutt Phillips of Carthage.

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

Commending David Belding for his service as superintendent of the Aubrey Independent School District.

Commending Lee Allison for serving on the Sanger City Council.

Commending Shea Dane-Patterson for serving on the Pilot Point City Council.

Commending David Clark for serving on the Sanger City Council.

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

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 Omar Figueroa Jr. and Brandon Lee Figueroa on their achievements in the sport of boxing.

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

Recognizing September 2017 as Hunger Action Month.

Congratulating Omar Figueroa Jr. on his accomplishments in professional boxing.

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

Commending Byron Preston for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1090 in House District 95.

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

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

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

Commending Lissa Smith for her service on the Plano City Council.

Honoring the North Texas Angels Pageant.

Commending Ben Harris for his service on the Plano City Council.

Congratulating Anthony Ricciardelli on his election to the Plano City Council.

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

Congratulating Rita Giblin on her 100th birthday.

Congratulating Polk County Criminal District Attorney William Lee Hon on his election to the Criminal Justice Council of the State Bar of Texas.

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.

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

Congratulating Deer Park ISD on receiving recognition in the 2017 Niche Rankings.

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 Judge Earl Kent Ellis of Houston.

Commending Matilde Zambrano for her decades of service at Wilson Plaza in Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Major Pete J. Sanchez on his retirement from the U.S. Air Force.

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

In memory of Maria Gutierrez Arevalo of Robstown.

In memory of Donald Lewis Benton of El Paso.

Commemorating the 13th anniversary of The Fort Bend Church in Sugar Land.

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

Congratulating the Cane Island Alers of Katy on winning the Gambrinus Club Award from the American Homebrewers Association.

Congratulating the Katy ISD Financial Services Department on its receipt of a Transparency Star for Traditional Finances from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.

Congratulating musician Don Henley on his 70th birthday.

Congratulating Al and Ruth Burkhalter of Mount Pleasant on their 50th wedding anniversary.

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

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

Congratulating Morgan Hooker, salutatorian of the Bushland High School Class of 2017.

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

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

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.

In memory of Dwayne Clanton of Lubbock.

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.

Commending the City of Harlingen and Harlingen CISD for funding all-inclusive playgrounds at Pendleton and Victor Parks.

Congratulating Kylee Lynn Ramsay, valedictorian of the Borger High School Class of 2017.

In memory of Linda Adkins Ramsey of Baytown.

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

Congratulating Makenzie Nicholas, salutatorian of the Highland Park High School Class of 2017.

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

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

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

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

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

Congratulating Holden Archer, valedictorian of the Amarillo High School Class of 2017.

Congratulating Nan Porter on her graduation from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

Commemorating the Cody Stephens "Go Big or Go Home" Memorial Foundation fund-raiser.

In memory of Imogene Bethel of Lamesa.

In memory of Rudy Segura Jr. of Waxahachie.

In memory of Leona Pauline Dunbar Erekson.

Congratulating the Port Neches–Groves High School baseball team on winning the 2017 UIL 5A state championship.

Congratulating Jason Willett on his 25th year in the practice of law.

In memory of retired Lubbock firefighter Jay Wesley Watson.

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

In memory of Caleb Spencer Neal of Waxahachie.

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

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

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

In memory of Edgar Howard Perry III of Austin.

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of Citizens National Bank of Texas.

In memory of Mikal "Zane" Walker of Waxahachie.

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

Recognizing October 21, 2017, as Hoverboard Safety Awareness Day.

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 Estes Exterminating of Gainesville for its receipt of a 2017 Texas Treasure Business Award.

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.

Recognizing June 29, 2018, as Basque American Day.

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 40th annual Great Texas Balloon Race in Gregg 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 Myranda Flores of West Oso High School on her receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.

Congratulating Ellie Makae Tilton, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen High School.

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

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

Commending Cassidy Taylor Zgabay for her service as an intern in the office of State Representative Dwayne Bohac.

Congratulating David A. Byrnes on his retirement as sheriff of Kaufman County.

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.

Commending Alyssa Perez Morrison for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.

Congratulating Whitney Mae McClendon, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Banquete High School.

Congratulating Rianna Turner, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Tuloso-Midway High School.

Congratulating Hope Nicole Ranly, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Banquete High School.

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

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

Honoring the Amarillo Area Foundation on its 60th anniversary.

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Opportunities, Inc., senior citizen center in Borger.

Commemorating Veterans Day 2017.

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

Commemorating Gold Star Mother's Day 2017.

Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Moore County News-Press.

Congratulating Johanna Peralta Lopez, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Middle College High School.

Commending Adrian Piloto for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Tony Dale.

Commending Savannah Jane Reed for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.

Commending Kylie Calabrese for her service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.

Recognizing October 2017 as Italian History Month in the State of Texas.

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

Commending Jeffrey Chatman for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.

Honoring It's Going To Be Ok, Inc., for its work to eradicate human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Commending Alexander Stephens for his service as a legislative analyst in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.

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

In memory of Barbara Dunn Kuhl of Houston.

Recognizing September 17, 2017, as Constitution Day.

Congratulating the Wisdom High School boys' soccer team on its success during the 2016-2017 season.

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

In memory of Linda Cottar of Baytown.

Congratulating the members of the Leadership Dallas Class of 2017.

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

In memory of Richard Rodriguez of Houston.

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

Congratulating the Junction High School cheerleading squad on winning the UIL 2A Spirit State Championship for two consecutive years.

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

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

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

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

In memory of Eustacio Rodriguez Sr. of Austin.

Commending Paul Teas for his service as a mental health policy analyst intern in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson.

Congratulating Christine Reiser-Robbins on her receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.

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

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

Commemorating Flag Day 2017.

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

Congratulating the Panhandle High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 2A state championship.

Commending Jessica Dorsey of Claude on her service as a legislative intern.

Commending Hunter Tormey for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Four Price.

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Brenham Fire Department.

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.

In memory of Lometa Odom of Amarillo.

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

Congratulating Kris Oliver on his retirement from the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees.

In memory of Lillian Anderson of Austin.

Congratulating Jordan Moeller of W. B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

In memory of former Tomball mayor Harold Gene "Hap" Harrington.

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

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

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

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 Mathis Perkins for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4040 in Dallas County.

Congratulating Rebecca C. Reyna on the occasion of her 10th anniversary as executive director of the Greater Northside Management District.

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.

Commending Hollis Wakefield for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4038 in Dallas County.

Commending Cheryl Rhodes for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4041 in Dallas County.

Commending Carlton Caraway for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1089 in Dallas County.

Recognizing David Alexander Weiser of Austin for his professional accomplishments.

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

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

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.

Honoring the Legislative Reference Library.

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

In memory of Charles Hamilton of DeSoto.

Congratulating Carlos Vela of Ingleside High School on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.

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

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

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

Commending Ricky Phillips for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3027 in Dallas County.

Commending Maria Torres for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1054 in Dallas County.

Commending D. C. Culberson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4024 in Dallas County.

Commending Diego Ayala for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1112 in Dallas County.

In memory of Lindsay Davis Weems of Fort Worth.

Congratulating the Prosper High School baseball team on winning the 2015 UIL 5A state championship.

Recognizing November 2017 as Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Awareness Month.

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

Congratulating Roslyn Holland of A. C. Jones High School in Beeville on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.

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

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.

Commending George Collins for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1119 in Dallas County.

Commending Randy Mock for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1057 in Dallas County.

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

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

Commending Tommy Briggs for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3024 in Dallas County.

Commending Deborah Gardner for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3035 in Dallas County.

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

In memory of Sandra Valls of Port Aransas.

Honoring Michael Cloud for his service as chair of the Victoria County Republican Party.

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

Commending Carlos Pimentel for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Terry Canales.

In memory of Rickey Clay Turner Sr. of Fort Worth.

Commending Jade Cabrero Doss for her service as an intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.

Congratulating Justin Clinton Holt on his receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep 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 William Andrew Scanlon II on his receipt of a Rising Star Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Connor Wolfe 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.

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

Congratulating Iyobo Elegon on her receipt of two awards from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

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

Congratulating William Hardin Adamson High School in Dallas on being named a 2017 Gold Ribbon High School by Children at Risk.

Congratulating Smith Graham 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.

Congratulating Christian Ramos, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Liberty High School.

Congratulating Lindsey and Evan Autry on the birth of their daughter, Cameron Lynn Autry.

Honoring Officer Eric Park of The University of Texas at Austin Police Department for intervening in an attack on students on May 1, 2017.

Commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation.

Congratulating Rudolph White Jr. on his selection as the 2017 president of the Fort Bend County Pastors Association.

Recognizing July 1 through 4, 2017, as American Family Reunion Days.

In memory of Tommy J. Turner of Lubbock.

Honoring the Haltom City Senior Center on its 40th anniversary.

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 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 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.

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 Ja'Nae Elyse Hammond of Missouri City on attaining the Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Laura Sylvia Cardenas on her receipt of Superstar and Outstanding Awards from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

In memory of Rachel Greenspan Perelman of Brownsville.

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

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

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.

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

In memory of Robert David Fields of Sandia.

In memory of Cayla Symone Simple of Fresno.

Congratulating Moisés E. Molina High School in Dallas on being named a 2017 Gold Ribbon High School by Children at Risk.

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 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 Jasmine Cervantes on graduating as the valedictorian of the Sharpstown High School Class of 2017.

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

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

Congratulating Mistura Adebayo on receiving a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Andrea Galabeas on her receipt of a Community Services Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization 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 Robles Tire Repair Services in Robstown for its 46 years of operation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Commending Bryson Thomas for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford.

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

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

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.

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.

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

Congratulating Lee F. Jackson on his retirement as chancellor of the University of North Texas System.

Congratulating Emily Lopez on her receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization 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.

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

Congratulating Bill Woody on his retirement as justice of the peace for Ellis County Precinct 1.

In memory of U.S. Army Lieutenant General (Ret.) Harold Gregory Moore Jr. of Auburn, Alabama.

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

In memory of Larry Huber Senkel of Houston.

In memory of Richard "Racehorse" Haynes.

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

Congratulating Ivan Saldaña on his receipt of a 2017 Dell Scholarship.

In memory of Joseph Ray Perry of Paint Creek.

Congratulating Candace Printz of El Dorado High School in El Paso on her selection as a finalist for an H-E-B Excellence in Education Award.

Congratulating Alexis Vu of Prosper High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar finalist.

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

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

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

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

Congratulating David Frishman of Katy on his receipt of the Rotary International Service and Dedication Award.

Congratulating Gabriel Garza of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on his receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.

Congratulating Arnoldo F. Benavides on his retirement as principal of Freddy Gonzalez Elementary School in Edinburg.

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.

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

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

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

Congratulating Yvette Curry on her receipt of a Proud You're a Picker Award from the Robstown Independent School District.

In memory of Christina Lane of Corpus Christi.

Congratulating Mariachi Oro from McAllen High School on its success at the 2017 UIL State Mariachi Festival.

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

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

In memory of Grace and Leo Casagrande of Spring.

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

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

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

In memory of Esther Borjas Garza of Robstown.

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

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

Congratulating Linda Sepulveda on her receipt of a Proud You're a Picker Award from the Robstown Independent School District.

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

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

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

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

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

Commemorating the 132nd anniversary of the founding of Central High School in Galveston.

In memory of Hattie Marshall of Houston.

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

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

Congratulating the Tuloso-Midway High School journalism team on its participation in the 2017 UIL Region 4-5A Academics Spring Meet.

Congratulating the Tuloso-Midway High School spelling and vocabulary team on its participation in the 2017 UIL District 30-5A Academics Spring Meet.

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

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

Congratulating Weldon Burgoon of Weldon's Saddle Shop and Western Wear in Denton on his retirement after 60 years in business.

In memory of Robert Michael "Mike" Jelinek of Beaumont.

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

Congratulating Kelsey Pierce of Tuloso-Midway High School on her participation in the 2017 UIL Region 4-5A Academics Spring Meet.

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

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

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

In memory of Juan Gonzales Sr.

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

Recognizing May 7-13, 2017, as National Correctional Officers and Employees Week.

Commending Carson Faulks 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 Braden Moore of the Wheeler 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 Frank Wiebe 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 Korn Wiebe of the Wellington Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

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

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

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

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

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

Honoring Donna L. Nelson on the occasion of her retirement as chair of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Commending Sallie Adcock of the Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department for her contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

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

Commending Michale Mendoza of the Shamrock 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.

Congratulating Crane High School band director Daniel Todd on his receipt of the 2017 Marcia McEntyre Zoffuto Hero Award.

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

Congratulating Marissa Vargas on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Honoring Dr. Michael Evans Sr. for his service on the Mansfield Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Congratulating Madeleine Reinhardt on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating the McKinney High School Flying Lions Rocketry Team for winning an award at the 2017 NASA Student Launch.

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

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

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

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

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

Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the DPS Mentor Program at Reilly Elementary School in Austin.

Commending Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin for his donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County.

In memory of Oscar Gilbert Kozlowski of Kyle.

Congratulating Sameera Aradhyula on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Congratulating Kelsey Scott on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Taylor Pokorny on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Niveya Ravichandran on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Cami Cox on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

In memory of Barbara Hart Nicholson of Abilene.

In memory of former state representative Thomas Paul Moore Jr. of Waco.

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

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

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

Commending Chief Jim Hall of the Allison Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.

In memory of Dr. Charles Akins of Austin.

Congratulating Antonia Untalan on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Eesha Nayak on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Patrick and Fay Cosgrove of Dallas on their 70th wedding anniversary.

Commemorating the 20th anniversary of Christ Fellowship in McKinney.

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

Commemorating the Nechman-Ruiz wedding.

Congratulating Deborah S. Gernes on her retirement from Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 17.

Commemorating the 31st anniversary of the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas.

Congratulating Ariana Freitag on her receipt of a Girl Scout Gold Award.

Honoring Bruce and Denise Kendrick as founders of the Embrace organization.

Congratulating Jon Parker Brooks of Collin College on his selection as a NASA Community College Aerospace Scholar.

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

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

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

Congratulating Natalie Filiatrault of Prosper on her receipt of the Girl Scout Gold Award.

Congratulating Elizabeth Marley on her selection as the 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year at West Oso Junior High School.

Recognizing May 16, 2017, as Cobb Sixth Grade Campus Day at the State Capitol.

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.

Congratulating the soccer team of Central Catholic High School in San Antonio on winning the 2016-2017 TAPPS Division I state championship.

Recognizing April 25, 2017, as Rains County Day at the State Capitol.

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.