H.R. No. 703 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Brianna Pena, a sophomore at Banquete High School, achieved notable success in University Interscholastic League Student Congress competition in 2014-2015; and WHEREAS, Participating along with other of the brightest students in the area, Ms. Pena performed admirably at the district meet on November 11, 2014; this talented young Texan took the podium and discussed a wide range of proposals and topics, including using algae as biofuel and repealing the No Child Left Behind Act; she earned a bronze medal, and her finish qualified her to represent her school at the UIL 2nd State Congress in Austin in January 2015; and WHEREAS, Through her hard work and commitment, Brianna Pena has distinguished herself in UIL competition, and her accomplishments are a source of pride to her family and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Brianna Pena on her achievements in UIL Student Congress debates in 2014-2015 and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Pena as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Herrero ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 703 was adopted by the House on March 5, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House