82R7118 BPG-D By: Larson H.R. No. 557 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, An official auxiliary of the Texas Republican Party, the Texas College Republicans is dedicated to encouraging participation in civic life and to developing leadership among young people pursuing higher education; and WHEREAS, The organization, which boasts more than 30 chapters and some 2,500 members, offers college students across the Lone Star State unique opportunities to participate in the political process and to learn about the way government functions at the local, state, and national levels; in addition, TCR promotes awareness of contemporary issues and involvement in the community and works to contribute to the growth and influence of the Republican Party in Texas; and WHEREAS, The Texas Capitol provides a fitting location for such special events as the annual state convention sponsored by the group; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, in accordance with the rules and policies of the Committee on House Administration, hereby grant permission to the Texas College Republicans to use the house chamber on March 24, 2012, provided that the house is not in session.