H.R. No. 846
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Lorugene Young of Houston has distinguished herself
through her commitment to serving her community; and
WHEREAS, A native of Ruston, Louisiana, Lorugene Young moved
to Houston to attend Texas Southern University, where she earned
her master's and doctoral degrees; she went on to enjoy a 40-year
career in education, in which she taught history, English, and
physical education and also coached for more than 20 years; in 2012,
she retired from North Forest Independent School District; and
WHEREAS, Almost three decades ago, this outstanding Texan
began collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to local children
in need; what started as a small project out of her home has since
grown into the largest toy drive in Harris County, called
Operation: Stocking Stuffer, which today is hosted by the Houston
Fire Department and KPRC Channel 2; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Young has further benefited her fellow
residents over the years by organizing school supply giveaways,
Easter egg hunts, and clothes drives, and she established a
scholarship program for high school students pursuing higher
education at Prairie View A&M University; and
WHEREAS, With great compassion, dedication, and initiative,
Lorugene Young has made a positive difference in many lives, and it
is indeed fitting to recognize her many contributions to the city of
Houston and the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Lorugene Young for her service to the
Houston community 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. Young as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Dutton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 846 was adopted by the House on March
23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House