H.R. No. 88
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The 12th annual Austin Capitol Congressional Debate
Tournament is taking place at the State Capitol on November 30,
2023; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by State Representative Rafael Anchía,
the tournament provides more than 200 high school students from
across Texas with the opportunity to showcase their public speaking
and debate skills; participants are divided into three sections,
novice, house, and senate, and they assume the role of lawmakers
while debating mock legislation written by fellow students; each
finalist will receive a medal, and the top competitors will be
awarded gavels; and
WHEREAS, This year's tournament has benefited from the able
leadership of its directors, Donna Szumila of THEO Christian
Solution, Inc., and Brian Alford of A&M Consolidated High School,
as well as its liaisons, Gus A. and Amelia S. Perez; and
WHEREAS, The Austin Capitol Congressional Debate Tournament
is equipping young Texans with valuable skills and experiences
while helping to prepare the next generation of leaders, and it is a
pleasure to join in recognizing all those involved in this
noteworthy competition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commemorate the 12th annual
Austin Capitol Congressional Debate Tournament and extend to the
organizers and participants sincere best wishes for a successful
and memorable event.
Anchía
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 88 was adopted by the House on
December 5, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House