Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HR1258

Caption

Congratulating the Baylor University women's basketball team on winning the 2019 NCAA Division I national championship.

Impact

The resolution serves to honor the achievements of the Baylor Lady Bears, reflecting positively on the institution and the community. By formally acknowledging their success, the Texas House of Representatives aims to foster pride among students, alumni, and community members connected to Baylor University. It reinforces the significance of collegiate athletics as an essential aspect of community and state pride.

Summary

House Resolution 1258 recognizes and congratulates the Baylor University women's basketball team for winning the 2019 NCAA Division I national championship. The resolution highlights the team's remarkable journey throughout the season, where they displayed exceptional skill and determination, culminating in a thrilling championship game against Notre Dame. The Lady Bears not only demonstrated superior performance on the court but also showcased the spirit and resilience of the university's athletic program.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR1258 is overwhelmingly positive, celebrating the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes who earned their place in the championship. Lawmakers and constituents alike expressed admiration for the team’s accomplishments, suggesting a sense of unity and pride in their victory. The resolution serves as a reminder of how sports can bring communities together and highlight the talents of young athletes.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory, it can be argued that its focus on a single sports team could be viewed as overlooking the efforts and achievements of other programs and students at Baylor University. However, such acknowledgments are common within legislative bodies as a means to celebrate and promote educational institutions and their contributions to state pride.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX HR680

Congratulating the West Texas A&M University volleyball team on winning the 2022 NCAA Division II national championship.

TX HR43

Congratulating the Angelo State University baseball team on winning the 2023 NCAA Division II national championship.

TX HR424

Congratulating The University of Texas at Austin volleyball team on winning the 2022 NCAA Division I national championship.

TX HR464

Congratulating The University of Texas at Austin volleyball team on winning the 2022 NCAA Division I national championship.

TX HR957

Congratulating The University of Texas at Dallas women's basketball team on winning the 2023 American Southwest Conference Tournament championship.

TX HR1006

Congratulating the Dallas College Brookhaven Campus women's soccer team on winning the 2022 NJCAA Division III national championship.

TX HR1007

Congratulating the University of North Texas men's basketball team on winning the 2023 National Invitation Tournament.

TX HR970

Congratulating the University of North Texas men's basketball team on winning the 2023 National Invitation Tournament.

TX HR1122

Congratulating The University of Texas at Austin women's rowing team on winning the 2021 and 2022 NCAA national championships.

TX HR490

Congratulating the Trinity Christian School boys' basketball team on winning the 2023 TAPPS 4A state championship.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.