SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 399
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Byron V. Garrett for his outstanding work in the fields
of education and family relations; and
WHEREAS, Byron Garrett is chairman of the National Family
Engagement Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to
transforming education through meaningful family engagement;
throughout his career, he has been committed to advancing the
principle that every individual has a responsibility to serve in
the best interests of the nation's children; and
WHEREAS, He has held numerous posts through which he has
contributed to the promotion of family-centered educational
efforts; he has been a columnist for Parenting magazine, a lead
strategist and planner for the NBC News program Education Nation,
and a chief executive officer of the National PTA; he was also an
integral part of the Helping America's Youth initiative; and
WHEREAS, A highly accomplished writer, he is the author of
The ABC's of Life, and his work has appeared in such publications
as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Jet magazine; he has
been a featured guest on the Today Show and the Dr.Phil show; and
WHEREAS, Byron Garrett is also a talented speaker and an
influential African American leader who has had a profound impact
on the lives of countless young people, and it is truly fitting
that he receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Byron V. Garrett on his
exceptional literary work and educational initiatives and
extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 9, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate