H.R. No. 1532 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Blake's Snow Shack is marking its first anniversary in May 2017, and this occasion offers a fitting opportunity to recognize its founder, Blake Pyron; and WHEREAS, The snow cone stand has enjoyed considerable success in its year of operation, with long lines of customers waiting their turn for Mr. Pyron's signature flavored ices; this notable Texan was just 19 years old when the shop sold its first cone, making him the youngest business owner in Sanger and the only business owner with Down syndrome in the state; and WHEREAS, Mr. Pyron has also distinguished himself through his receipt of the 2015 Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship, an award that recognizes individuals with Down syndrome who have shown great drive and resourcefulness in the pursuit of their dreams; seeking to provide assistance to other aspiring entrepreneurs living with Down syndrome, Mr. Pyron and his family have created the Blake Pyron Entrepreneurship Scholarship, which is administered through the National Down Syndrome Society #DSWORKS program; and WHEREAS, Locally owned and operated businesses play an important role in furthering the economic well-being of towns throughout the Lone Star State, and Blake Pyron may indeed take great pride in the contributions his company has made to the Sanger community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby honor Blake Pyron on the anniversary of the opening of his business, Blake's Snow Shack, and extend to all those involved with the enterprise sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Pyron as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Fallon ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1532 was adopted by the House on May 4, 2017, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House