82R9331 JEN-F
By: Hardcastle H.R. No. 499
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is pleased to
join the members of the Texas FFA Association and citizens across
the state in celebrating February 22, 2011, as Texas FFA Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Held in conjunction with National FFA Week, Texas
FFA Day at the Capitol celebrates the many contributions this
exceptional organization has made to agricultural education
throughout the Lone Star State and the nation; and
WHEREAS, With more than 80,000 members, the Texas FFA
Association is the largest organization of its kind in the country;
members are led by an elected group of state officers who each
represent one of the 10 FFA areas in the state; and
WHEREAS, The Texas FFA Association awards more than $2
million in scholarships to deserving members each year in
recognition of their academic accomplishments as well as their
participation in FFA programs and activities; and
WHEREAS, Nearly 113,000 students are enrolled in
agricultural education courses in Texas, and the Texas FFA
Association plays an important role in helping them achieve
success; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 22, 2011, as Texas FFA Day at
the State Capitol and extend to the members, advisors, and guests of
the Texas FFA Association a warm welcome and best wishes for a
memorable day in Austin; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Texas FFA Association as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.