H.R. No. 766
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, March 2, 2009, commemorated the 105th anniversary of
the birth of Dr. Seuss, and the students of Sunrise McMillan
Elementary School in Fort Worth celebrated this occasion by taking
part in Read Across America Day; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the National Education Association,
this annual event is designed to encourage children of all ages to
read; by using the works of Dr. Seuss as a focal point, it sends a
clear message to the children that reading is not only fun but vital
to their success in school; and
WHEREAS, Read Across America Day features the participation
of millions of children, parents, teachers, community leaders, and
noted celebrities from across the land, and is supported by some 40
national organizations and associations; and
WHEREAS, Many students of Sunrise McMillan took part in this
celebration of the written word, which is not only a fitting tribute
to the beloved Dr. Seuss, but also an excellent opportunity to
instill a passion for reading in these future leaders of the Lone
Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the Read Across America celebration
of Dr. Seuss's 105th birthday at Sunrise McMillan Elementary School
and extend to all those in attendance sincere best wishes for a
memorable event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Veasey
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 766 was adopted by the House on March
17, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House