H.R. No. 305
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Philanthropist Frank Staggs of Laredo celebrated
his 90th birthday on July 9, 2017, in the company of his family and
friends; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1927, Frank Staggs was raised in Mirando
City by loving parents who taught him to value character and to
practice tolerance and respect; he served his country during World
War II and subsequently embarked on a career in education, rising to
become principal of Lamar Junior High School and director of
secondary education for the Laredo Independent School District;
after his retirement, he focused on his cattle ranch, which he has
now operated for more than six decades; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Staggs shared a rewarding relationship with his
wife, Maria Julieta Staggs, until her passing in 2015; he is the
proud father of two sons, Pancho and Raul; deeply committed to
expanding access to higher education, he has been a generous
supporter of the Texas A&M International University Texas Academy
of International and STEM Studies; the program offers full tuition
to gifted and highly motivated high school juniors and seniors, who
can earn up to two years of TAMIU credits while completing high
school; and
WHEREAS, Through his exceptional contributions, Frank Staggs
has made a lasting, positive difference in the community, and his
wisdom, optimism, kindness, and wit continue to enrich the lives of
all who are fortunate enough to know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby recognize Frank Staggs on
his 90th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Staggs as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Raymond
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 305 was adopted by the House on August
15, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House