SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 663 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in recognizing Harper Hill, who recently received the Congressional Award Bronze Medal; and WHEREAS, This outstanding student and Eagle Scout is a high school senior at the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, which is part of the Austin Independent School District; and WHEREAS, Harper was awarded the prestigious medal by United States Representative Michael McCaul of Austin; recipients of the Congressional Award must be between the ages of 14 and 23 years old and must have set and achieved challenging goals; and WHEREAS, Harper completed 100 hours of voluntary public service, building a playscape for Accessible Housing Austin; he also committed 50 hours to physical fitness and 50 hours to personal development projects; for these achievements and for his dedication to community service, he was given the Congressional Award Bronze Medal; and WHEREAS, This young man exemplifies the attributes of drive, dedication, and innovation that are so essential to the future leaders of Texas and our nation; it is indeed fitting that he be recognized and honored for his remarkable achievements; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Harper Hill, who recently won the Congressional Award Bronze Medal, and extend to him sincere best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Harper Hill as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Watson ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 15, 2013. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate