Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR1869

Introduced
5/6/09  
Refer
5/8/09  
Enrolled
5/18/09  

Caption

Welcoming the Chap Robotics team of Westlake High School to the State Capitol.

Impact

HR1869 emphasizes the importance of fostering interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among students within the community. By introducing basic robotics concepts to local elementary and middle schools, the Chap Robotics team not only promotes technical skills but also encourages younger students to engage with these critical subjects. This initiative has the potential to inspire future generations to pursue careers in technology and engineering fields.

Summary

House Resolution 1869 (HR1869) welcomes the Chap Robotics team from Westlake High School to the State Capitol. This resolution recognizes the team's achievements and the hard work they have put into their robotics program, which is an integral part of their educational curriculum. The team is noted for its ability to design and build competitive robots as part of the K12 Robotics Expo held at the Capitol, showcasing their talents and dedication to their craft.

Contention

While HR1869 is primarily a resolution to honor the achievements of a specific group, the underlying themes of education and technological development may lead to discussions about funding and support for robotics programs within public schools. Some stakeholders may raise concerns regarding the resource allocation for extracurricular programs versus core academic subjects, reflecting a broader debate on educational priorities and the role of technology in the classroom.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR1335

Congratulating robotics teams from Galveston ISD on their achievements at the 2023 CREATE U.S. Open Robotics Championship.

TX HR1715

Congratulating the ITKAN Robotics team on winning two top awards at the FIRST Championship Robotics Competition.

TX HR136

Congratulating the Marvels of Irving and Marvels of MAS robotics teams on their achievements.

TX HR2102

Congratulating the Wolfbots robotics team from San Antonio on its success at the 2023 FIRST Lego League state championship.

TX HR941

Congratulating the TechnoBotz robotics team from Frisco ISD on competing in the FIRST Lego League state championship.

TX HR1275

Congratulating the Seven Lakes High School boys' soccer team on winning the 2023 UIL 6A state championship.

TX HR1906

Congratulating the Gruver High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2022 UIL 2A state championship.

TX HR2101

Congratulating the members of Team Spicy Ketchup of Universal City on their performance at the FIRST Tech Challenge World Robotics Championship in Houston.

TX SR45

Congratulating the Holliday High School girls' cross country team on winning the UIL 3A state championship.

TX HR4

Congratulating the Magnolia West High School baseball team on winning the 2023 UIL 5A state championship.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.