Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas House Bill HR2117

Caption

Congratulating the boys' track and field team of Crawford High School on winning the District 15-2A championship.

Impact

The passing of HR2117 serves to not only celebrate the individual accomplishments of the student-athletes but also to foster community pride and support for local educational institutions. It underscores the importance of extracurricular achievements in high schools, reinforcing the idea that such successes contribute to the overall development of students and the morale of the community. Furthermore, recognizing high school sports helps to build a sense of inspiration and motivation among younger students to engage in physical activities and strive for excellence.

Summary

House Resolution 2117 recognizes the outstanding achievements of the boys' track and field team from Crawford High School in winning the District 15-2A championship. The resolution highlights the team's impressive performance during the district meet held on April 10, 2013, where they outperformed their closest rivals by a significant margin of 20 points. This victory marks a significant milestone for the team and Bears witness to the dedication and hard work put forth by both the athletes and coaching staff in the lead-up to the competition.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is overwhelmingly positive, celebrating community achievements and promoting school spirit. Legislators express a sense of pride in local accomplishments, and the acknowledgment serves to elevate the status of high school athletics in the eyes of the public and the state. This celebratory tone reflects a broader recognition of the value of sports in education, encouraging continued participation among students.

Contention

While HR2117 is predominantly celebratory in nature, it does not appear to carry significant points of contention as it simply recognizes an achievement. However, the context of discussions surrounding school sports—such as funding for athletic programs, equal access to resources for all schools, and the balance between academics and athletics—may provide a backdrop of ongoing debates within the educational sphere. Nevertheless, HR2117 functions primarily as a resolution of congratulation with little opposition.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR1355

Congratulating the East Chambers High School track teams on winning the 2023 girls' and boys' area championships.

TX HR2500

Congratulating the Del Rio High School boys' track and field team on winning the 2023 Border Olympics.

TX HR2214

Congratulating the Klein Forest High School boys' track team on winning the 6A championship at the 2023 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

TX HR2186

Congratulating the boys' track team of Thurgood Marshall High School in Missouri City on winning the 2023 UIL 5A state championship.

TX HR1779

Congratulating the Randolph High School girls' track team on winning the 3A championship at the 2023 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

TX HR2268

Congratulating the Panhandle High School girls' track team on claiming a share of the 2A championship at the 2023 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

TX HR2004

Congratulating the Duncanville High School girls' track team on winning the 2023 UIL 6A state championship.

TX HR1094

Congratulating the boys' and girls' soccer teams of Lamar High School in Houston on winning district championships in 2023.

TX HR1950

Congratulating the Panhandle High School girls' track team on winning the silver medal in the 2A team competition at the 2022 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

TX HR2273

Congratulating the Follett High School boys' 1,600-meter relay team on winning the 1A gold medal at the 2023 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

Similar Bills

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