H.R. No. 2864 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Phillip Galligan is graduating as the salutatorian of the senior class of the Harold T. Branch Academy for Career and Technical Education in Corpus Christi in 2015; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; Mr. Galligan has demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, with his favorites being computer maintenance, networking, and theatre; in addition, he participated in numerous extracurricular activities, including CompTIA Certification and SkillsUSA; and WHEREAS, The son of James Galligan, Mr. Galligan plans to continue his education by enrolling at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi to study computer science; and WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, Phillip Galligan has earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Phillip Galligan, salutatorian of the Class of 2015 at the Harold T. Branch Academy for Career and Technical Education in Corpus Christi, and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success as he begins the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Galligan as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Herrero ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2864 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House