H.R. No. 2204
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Canton chapter of the FFA celebrated the 75th
anniversary of its founding on November 1, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Chartered on that day in 1935 as the 249th chapter in
the Texas FFA Association, the Canton FFA has since helped
countless students graduate from high school prepared to become
productive citizens; the FFA develops students' skills and
leadership potential through agricultural education, while
encouraging wise management of economic, environmental, and human
resources in the community; and
WHEREAS, The Canton FFA marked its 75th anniversary in a
memorable way with a presentation from chapter president Cheyenne
Pool, a live radio broadcast, and other festivities, including a
visit by members of the Texas FFA Travel Team who spoke to
agriculture science students at the school about the importance of
having a positive attitude; and
WHEREAS, The Canton FFA has been promoting interpersonal
skills and healthy lifestyles while contributing to the educational
development of Canton youth for three-quarters of a century, and
this significant milestone is indeed worthy of special recognition;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Canton
FFA and extend to all those associated with the chapter sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Canton FFA as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Flynn
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2204 was adopted by the House on May
30, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House