Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HR1620

Caption

Congratulating Abigail Antastacio of Corrigan-Camden Junior High School for her success in the 2014-2015 UIL academic competition.

Impact

The resolution does not impose any changes to state laws but serves to recognize the achievements of a young student, thereby promoting the value of academic success in Texas. Such recognitions can encourage other students to strive for excellence in their academic pursuits as well. In a broader sense, resolutions like HR1620 can foster community pride and support for educational programs like UIL that encourage competition and learning among students.

Summary

House Resolution 1620 expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to Abigail Antastacio, a seventh-grade student at Corrigan-Camden Junior High School, for her notable achievements during the 2014-2015 University Interscholastic League (UIL) academic competition. Abigail participated in the dictionary skills and Ready Writing competitions, where she earned fourth place in each. This resolution serves to highlight her dedication and skill in pursuing academic excellence, alongside the pride her achievements bring to her school and community.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR1620 is overwhelmingly positive, as it focuses on celebrating a young Texan's success. This type of resolution often enjoys bipartisan support, emphasizing shared values in education and youth development. The approach taken in this resolution helps build a supportive environment for students and reinforces the importance of recognizing individual successes within the educational context.

Contention

There are no noted points of contention regarding HR1620, as the nature of the resolution is to honor a student rather than to legislate or regulate policy. Resolutions that focus on individual achievements typically garner collective support from members of the legislature, thus avoiding contentious debate. The positive recognition of a student's effort generally reflects well on the educational institutions and communities involved.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR2129

Congratulating Angela Abigail Avila on graduating as salutatorian of the Class of 2023 at Collegiate High School in Corpus Christi.

TX HR1107

Commending Abigail Castro for her service to the office of State Representative Terry Meza.

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 HR2544

Congratulating Isabelle Massaro of Episcopal High School in Bellaire on winning a gold medal in the 2023 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition.

TX HR2543

Congratulating Reagan Moriarty of Episcopal High School in Bellaire on winning a gold medal in the 2023 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition.

TX HR2409

Congratulating engineering students from Porter High School on winning the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition.

TX SR605

Congratulating the Covenant Classical School mock trial team for winning the Texas High School Mock Trial Competition.

TX HR2064

Congratulating Meanwhile Brewing Company in Austin on its success at the 2022 and 2023 World Beer Cup competitions.

TX SR231

Congratulating Cameron Roller for her achievements in international soccer competitions.

TX HR72

Congratulating Yazmin Guerra of PSJA Southwest Early College High School on placing eighth in the 5A girls' competition at the 2023 UIL Cross Country State Championships.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.