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Regular Session, 2012
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 34
BY REPRESENTATIVE BILLIOT
A RESOLUTION
To commend Gabrielle "Gabby" Palma of Mandeville, the 2012 Louisiana Association of
Fairs and Festivals Queen of Queens.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to commend Gabby Palma of Mandeville, the 2012
Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals Queen of Queens, upon her outstanding
accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Palma is a 2009 graduate of Mandeville High School and is
currently a junior at Southeastern Louisiana University, where she is studying mass
communications with a concentration in electronic media in preparation for graduate studies
and a career in broadcast journalism; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Palma is a member of Gamma Beta Phi, the National Collegiate
Honor Society, and Best Buddies; and
WHEREAS, in addition to her significant academic achievements, Ms. Palma has
held a number of prestigious titles, including her reigns as Miss City of Pineville 2010, Miss
Southeastern Louisiana State University 2011, and Miss St. Tammany Parish Fair 2011; and
WHEREAS, on February 4, 2012, Ms. Palma was crowned the Louisiana Association
of Fairs and Festivals Queen of Queens; and
WHEREAS, as queen, Ms. Palma plans to bring awareness to the importance of
tourism and work with Lieutenant Governor Jay Dardenne to promote Louisiana's tourism
slogan, "Pick Your Passion", in addition to visiting festivals and fairs throughout the state
of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, the success of the state of Louisiana, the strength of our communities,
and the overall vitality of American society depend upon the dedication and talents of young
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WHEREAS, Ms. Palma merits a special measure of commendation for the pride and
honor she brings to her family and friends, to the city of Mandeville, to St. Tammany Parish,
and to the state of Louisiana.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Gabrielle "Gabby" Palma of Mandeville, the
2012 Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals Queen of Queens, does hereby recognize
and record for posterity her achievements and contributions, and does hereby extend to her
best wishes for continued success and happiness in her future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to Gabby Palma.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES