H.R. No. 250
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, McCade Smith and Tatum Neuwirth of Panhandle High
School have distinguished themselves through their participation
in the 2021 University Interscholastic League Cross-Examination
Policy Debate State Meet; and
WHEREAS, The UIL state meet is one of the largest high school
debate tournaments in the nation, and this year's event was held
virtually; the league's longest-running contest, its origins trace
back to 1910, when a small group of debate coaches met in Abilene to
establish an interscholastic forensic program; since then, the
competition has helped countless students develop skills in public
speaking and debate; and
WHEREAS, Facing off against other top debate students from
across Texas, McCade Smith and Tatum Neuwirth turned in a
commendable performance at the state competition; led by instructor
Sheryl Oliver, the pair previously won second place in the 2A
cross-examination qualifiers to secure their spot at the state
meet; and
WHEREAS, By earning the right to compete in the state's
premier high school debate competition, these bright young Texans
have ably represented their school and community, and the
dedication they have demonstrated is sure to serve them well in the
years ahead; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend McCade Smith and
Tatum Neuwirth on their participation in the UIL Cross-Examination
Policy Debate State Meet and extend to them sincere best wishes for
the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Smith and Ms. Neuwirth as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 250 was adopted by the House on
October 18, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House