H.R. No. 161
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A century ago, the devoted alumni of Texas A&M
University began to gather each year on San Jacinto Day to salute
Texas independence, and in 1922 this annual event was enshrined as
the official tradition of Aggie Muster, a day on which all alumni
and students would gather to reminisce about their days at their
beloved alma mater and to pay special tribute to those among them
who had died in the previous year; and
WHEREAS, This tradition gained worldwide recognition in
1942, during World War II; led by General George Moore of the class
of 1908, 25 Aggie servicemen risked their lives during the Japanese
siege of Corregidor to participate in Aggie Muster, a remarkable
display of their shared beliefs and values; since that time, Aggie
Muster has continued to grow in popularity and in significance, and
today there are observances held in more than 400 locations around
the world; and
WHEREAS, Aggie Muster is a poignant and heartfelt remembrance
of those Aggies who have passed away in the previous year, and the
legislature is pleased to salute the students, alumni, and
representatives of Texas A&M University who, through their
participation, exemplify the Lone Star State's spirit of
friendship, courage, and compassion; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature, in accordance with the house rules of procedure and
policies of the House Administration Committee, hereby grant
permission to Texas Aggie Muster to use the chamber of the house in
the State Capitol on April 21, 2009, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., unless
the Texas House of Representatives is in session at that time.
Gattis
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 161 was adopted by the House on April
17, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House