SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 228
WHEREAS, February 21 to 28, 2015, has been set aside as
National FFA Week, and in conjunction with this observance,
members, advisors, and guests of the Texas FFA Association are
gathering in Austin on February 24, 2015, to celebrate Texas FFA
Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, For nearly 100 years, FFA has helped youth develop
knowledge and skills related to agriculture, food, and natural
resources; the FFA program is integral to a three-part
educational model that also encompasses classroom instruction
and supervised agricultural experiences, which may include such
activities as starting a business or working in production or for
an established company; and
WHEREAS, This noteworthy organization fosters good
citizenship and strong leadership in Texas schools, and over the
course of its long history, it has produced many outstanding
community, state, and national leaders of industry, education,
and government, including many members who have served in this
chamber; and
WHEREAS, The largest FFA organization in the country, the
Texas association has more than 106,000 members and is guided by
elected officers who each represent one of the state's 10 FFA
areas; every year, the organization awards more than $2 million in
scholarships to deserving members who have demonstrated academic
excellence, career readiness, and preparation for effective civic
engagement; and
WHEREAS, The Texas FFA Association contributes immeasurably
tothesuccessofagricultural,career,andtechnicaleducation,
and in so doing, it has greatly enhanced the prosperity of the
Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 24, 2015, as Texas FFA Day
at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating
sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable event; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the Texas FFA Association as an expression of high
regard from the Texas Senate.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 23, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate