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Regular Session, 2013
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 82
BY REPRESENTATIVE REYNOLDS
A RESOLUTION
To commend Scott Wells on his second "Cycling for Independence" journey and for serving
as a devoted and unwavering champion for people with spinal cord injuries,
traumatic brain injuries, and other neurological disorders.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to commend Scott Wells for his extraordinary success,
dauntless spirit, admirable athleticism, and unwavering determination, particularly in his
second "Cycling for Independence" journey; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wells is the president, CEO, and founder of Independence
Regained Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a neurological rehabilitation
hospital in north Louisiana which will facilitate the independence of others with spinal cord
and traumatic brain injuries and other neurological disorders; and
WHEREAS, the mission of Independence Regained Inc. is "To rehabilitate, educate,
and integrate people with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other
neurological disorders back into all aspects of an independent life", and Mr. Wells has lived
this mission since 1999, when he became paralyzed in a car accident; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wells is a United States Navy veteran, has served on the board of
Think First of the ArkLaTex, and has been a member of the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury
Professionals, Inc., since 2010; and
WHEREAS, in 2010, Mr. Wells was recognized by the greater Shreveport Chamber
of Commerce as one of Shreveport's top 40 under 40 young professionals and since that year
has been a distinguished member of Cambridge Who's Who; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wells is a lifetime member of the Paralyzed Veterans of America
(PVA), and in October 2010, he completed a two-hundred-fifty-mile handcycle journey from
Bossier City to the state capitol in Baton Rouge; and ENROLLEDHR NO. 82
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WHEREAS, Mr. Wells' journey, known as "Cycling for Independence", raises
awareness of brain and spinal cord injuries and the need for an all-encompassing
neurological rehabilitation and research hospital for spinal cord and traumatic brain injury
patients; and
WHEREAS, on May 1, 2013, Mr. Wells will travel from Delta, Louisiana, to Airline
High School in Bossier City on his second "Cycling for Independence" journey; and
WHEREAS, the success of the state of Louisiana, the strength of our communities,
and the overall vitality of American society depend in great measure upon people like
Mr. Wells, a true Louisiana hero and an inspiration to all; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wells has distinguished himself as an exemplary and highly
admired citizen of Louisiana, and he merits a special measure of commendation for the
tremendous pride, honor, and joy that he brings to the citizens of Louisiana.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Scott Wells on his second "Cycling for
Independence" journey and for serving as a devoted and unwavering champion for people
with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other neurological disorders.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature
of Louisiana does hereby recognize and record the extraordinary accomplishments and
achievements of Scott Wells, does hereby extend enduring gratitude for the contributions he
has made to his community, his family, and society, and does hereby wish him success, good
health, and happiness in the future.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to Scott Wells.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES