H.R. No. 765
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Longview native and Major League baseball player
Chris Davis has set an inspiring example of philanthropy by making a
generous donation to the Miracle League of East Texas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis is a graduate of Longview High School and
a former member of the Texas Rangers baseball team; though he now
lives in Maryland, where he plays for the Baltimore Orioles, his
strong connection to his hometown led him to present the Miracle
League of East Texas with a $50,000 check; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding group seeks to provide children who
have mental or physical disabilities with the opportunity to play
baseball in an accessible and safe space; the money given by
Mr. Davis will go toward the construction of a Miracle Field that
will serve countless families in Longview and the surrounding area;
and
WHEREAS, Chris Davis has made a meaningful difference in the
lives of many East Texas residents, and it is truly a pleasure to
honor him for his notable contribution; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Chris Davis for his donation to the
Miracle League of East Texas and extend to him sincere best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Davis as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Dean
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 765 was adopted by the House on March
16, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House