H.R. No. 1572 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Austin Martinez of Raymondville has distinguished himself as a member of the first cohort of Luminary Scholars at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; and WHEREAS, This noteworthy scholarship program covers tuition and fees for four years of undergraduate education as well as additional years of professional or graduate studies; the program was unveiled in 2021 with the goal of improving student success and increasing educational opportunities; and WHEREAS, To earn selection as a Luminary Scholar, students must demonstrate exceptional academic ability, responsibility and leadership, and community involvement while in high school, and participants also commit to working in the Rio Grande Valley following their graduation; a fitting recipient of the scholarship, Mr. Martinez is currently studying finance at UTRGV; and WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, Austin Martinez has displayed admirable dedication and perseverance in the pursuit of his goals, and he may indeed reflect with great pride on his outstanding record of achievement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby honor Austin Martinez for his accomplishments as a Luminary Scholar at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Martinez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Guerra ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1572 was adopted by the House on May 19, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House