81R4919 JKB-D By: Pena H.R. No. 202 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Benjamin H. Garza of the Edinburg Economedes Chapter of the FFA was awarded the Lone Star FFA Degree by the Texas FFA at the 80th annual state convention held in July 2008; and WHEREAS, The Lone Star FFA Degree is the highest degree bestowed by the state association; the achievement recognizes members for their agricultural awareness, leadership, career development, and active involvement in their FFA chapter; and WHEREAS, The son of Benjamin and Sonia Garza, Benjamin Garza has been a valued member of the Edinburg Economedes FFA Chapter, serving the organization in such diverse roles as treasurer, chaplain, and president; this outstanding young man has also been active in his church, benefiting others through his work with children and as an altar server; and WHEREAS, Those young people who devote themselves to advancing the goals of the FFA are building a brighter future for themselves as well as contributing to the betterment of their community, state, and nation, and it is most fitting that Benjamin Garza be recognized for his hard work and commitment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Benjamin H. Garza on his receipt of the Lone Star FFA Degree from the Texas FFA and extend to him sincere best wishes for success in his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Garza as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.