Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HR3478

Caption

Congratulating Nick Adams on his successful book The American Boomerang: How the World's Greatest 'Turnaround' Nation Will Do It Again.

Impact

Though primarily a congratulatory resolution without direct legislative implications, HR3478 serves to recognize the efforts of individuals who promote national pride and ideals of American exceptionalism. By honoring Nick Adams, the resolution may foster community pride and serve as an example for others to engage in similar public endeavors.

Summary

HR3478 is a resolution congratulating Nick Adams on the success of his book, The American Boomerang: How the World's Greatest 'Turnaround' Nation Will Do It Again. The resolution highlights Adams' contributions to national discourse through his writing and public speaking engagements across various states and internationally. Furthermore, the document acknowledges his achievements as an honorary Texan and his notable past roles, including serving as the youngest deputy mayor in Australian history.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR3478 is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting admiration for Nick Adams' literary work and commitment to public service. Legislators expressed appreciation not only for his success as an author but also his ability to engage and inspire audiences through his speeches and advocacy.

Contention

No significant points of contention were noted in relation to HR3478, as it was presented and adopted without opposition. Its largely uncontroversial nature signifies broad agreement on recognizing exemplary contributions to public discourse, although responses to the themes in Adams' work may vary based on individual perspectives on the concept of American exceptionalism.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX HR1198

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TX HR1296

Congratulating Coleman Locke on his induction into the American Brahman Breeders Hall of Fame.

TX HR1271

Congratulating Billy Braun of Veterans Memorial High School in San Antonio on placing first in the Chemistry 1 category at the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad.

TX HR2403

Congratulating the 2024 Texas Commission on the Arts honorees.

TX HR1365

Congratulating Michael Logan of Prosper ISD on his selection as the 2022 All-American High School Film Festival Teacher of the Year.

TX HR1004

Congratulating Sonny Dykes, head coach of the Texas Christian University football team, on a successful 2022 season.

TX SR92

Congratulating Benjamin Alire Senz of El Paso on his receipt of the 2023 Texas Medal of Arts Award for the Literary Arts from the Texas Cultural Trust.

TX HR1758

Congratulating Richard Max Callahan of Canton on achieving his goal of visiting all 63 U.S. national parks.

TX HR256

Congratulating Dr. Thomas Killian of Rice University on being named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

TX HR1126

Congratulating The University of Texas at Austin speech team on winning the team sweepstakes championship at the 2023 American Forensic Association National Speech Tournament.

Similar Bills

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