H.R. No. 2553 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Brianna Brackens of Fairfield is commemorating a special milestone in her life on June 4, 2009, for on that day she graduates from the Texas School for the Deaf; and WHEREAS, Throughout her three years at TSD, Ms. Brackens has remained dedicated to her course work, and she has developed her talent in her two favorite sports as a member of the basketball and track teams; and WHEREAS, Ms. Brackens has developed a circle of devoted friends with her outgoing, friendly personality; in the coming months, she plans to attend Houston Community College to study cosmetology; and WHEREAS, Graduation marks the beginning of a new and exciting chapter in Ms. Brackens' life, and it is indeed fitting that she be recognized for her noteworthy achievements; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Brianna Brackens on her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Brackens as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Cook ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2553 was adopted by the House on May 31, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House