H.R. No. 849
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, German exchange student Annika Hofmann and her
mother, Anita Hofmann, are touring Austin on March 18, 2009, and
their visit to the State Capitol helps to reinforce the
long-standing bonds of friendship between their nation and the
State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Just as young Texans benefit by spending time
abroad, foreign students gain valuable insights into the history
and culture of the Lone Star State by enjoying the hospitality of
their host families and their Texan classmates; and
WHEREAS, The bridges of understanding that are built during
these exchanges play a vital role in helping the next generation of
leaders broaden their minds through daily experience of another
culture; and
WHEREAS, A 17-year-old from the city of Landshut, Germany,
Annika Hofmann is currently a junior at Burleson High School, where
she is excelling in her studies as she works toward her goal of a
career in medicine; she is a gifted athlete as well, lettering in
track at Burleson; and
WHEREAS, This talented and outgoing young woman has adapted
admirably well to the extremes of Texas weather, and she has
mastered the use of such essential Texas idioms as "howdy" and
"y'all"; and
WHEREAS, The visit to Austin of Ms. Hofmann and her mother
provides a fine opportunity to celebrate the intellectual curiosity
and spirit of adventure of all exchange students, and it is indeed a
pleasure to welcome them both to the State Capitol; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby offer a warm Texas welcome to Annika and Anita
Hofmann and extend to them sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and
memorable stay in Austin; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Annika and Anita Hofmann as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Orr
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 849 was adopted by the House on March
18, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House