H.R. No. 1308 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The West High School Trojan Band won its third consecutive Sweepstakes Award in spring 2011; and WHEREAS, Led by director Steve Hart, the 80-member group claimed this prestigious distinction after earning first division ratings in the concert and sight-reading competitions; and WHEREAS, These outstanding young musicians exhibited poise and talent as well as the confidence they have garnered from prior achievements, including a Division I rating in University Interscholastic League Region 8 Marching in fall 2010; and WHEREAS, Through long hours of practice and inspired performances, the Trojan Band has developed into an accomplished ensemble that is a source of great pride to its school and to its many supporters in West; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the West High School Trojan Band on winning its third consecutive Sweepstakes Award and extend to its members sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson of McLennan ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1308 was adopted by the House on April 21, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House