H.R. No. 2700
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Texas singer Hannah Kirby has performed memorably on
the popular television talent competition The Voice, placing among
the top eight finalists in the show's 2015 season; and
WHEREAS, Hannah Kirby is the daughter of Richard and Nancy
Kirby of Sulphur Springs, and this talented 21-year-old has been
playing the violin since she was eight and singing professionally
since she was 12; currently a student at Texas A&M
University--Commerce, Ms. Kirby blends a variety of influences
into her music, including folk, jazz, big band, pop, and
electronica; and
WHEREAS, During her time on The Voice, Ms. Kirby impressed
the judges and the audience alike with her powerhouse renditions of
such pop classics as "The Letter," "Gimme Shelter," "Higher Love,"
"I Feel the Earth Move," "Edge of Seventeen," and "We Don't Need
Another Hero"; and
WHEREAS, Hannah Kirby has won the hearts of millions of
television viewers across the nation, and she stands on the
threshold of what will surely be a bright and rewarding future; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Hannah Kirby on her selection as a
top eight finalist on The Voice and extend to her sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Kirby as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Flynn
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2700 was adopted by the House on May
21, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House