SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 357
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Andy Veliz for his outstanding achievements as an
educator and a musician; and
WHEREAS, Andy Veliz is a native of the Rio Grande Valley
and a longtime resident of Weslaco; a 1961 graduate of Lyford
High School, he earned a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M
University--Kingsville and a master's degree from The University
of Texas at Austin, and he has enjoyed a long and distinguished
career as a teacher and administrator; and
WHEREAS, He began performing at the age of five and was
soon appearing at venues across the area, notably the Moulton
"Ty" Cobb live television show on KRGV; in 1980, he recorded
"Lonely Nights Without You," a breakout hit that received airplay
on radio stations across the state and led to a tour of Texas with
his band, during which he met such famed Texas musicians as
Willie Nelson, Freddy Fender, and Johnny Canales; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Mr. Veliz continued to pursue
his musical career while serving as an educator, and he became
known as the Singing Principal; he has released four albums and
been active in a range of professional and civic organizations,
including the American Society of Composers, Authors and
Publishers, the Association of Texas Professional Educators, and
the Weslaco zoning board; and
WHEREAS, Andy Veliz has had a positive impact on the lives of
countless young people, and he has inspired many to explore their
talents and to follow their dreams; it is truly fitting that he
receive special recognition for his many accomplishments; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend Andy Veliz on his achievements as a
musician and educator 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 high regard from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 12, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate