H.R. No. 374
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Students from the Jack Yates High School JY Cinema
program are gathering at the State Capitol on February 26, 2025, to
celebrate the advancement of their two films to the finals of the
2025 University Interscholastic League Young Filmmakers Festival;
and
WHEREAS, A historic moment for JY Cinema, this year marks the
first time that two of its films have made it into the top six in two
categories at the state finals; in recognition of their
achievements, the school will receive two state plaques, and each
of the 70 students in the program will earn a prestigious UIL state
medal; and
WHEREAS, The members of JY Cinema have spent the majority of
the school year perfecting the films, both of which address issues
related to student voices; the finalist entries include a narrative
comedy, Switchin' Classes, and a documentary, The Circle of the
Storm - The Dustin Garrison Story; and
WHEREAS, Through their hard work and commitment to
excellence, these talented young Texans have brought great pride to
their school and community, and they are indeed deserving of
special recognition for their accomplishments; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the members of JY Cinema on
advancing to the finals at the 2025 University Interscholastic
League Young Filmmakers Festival 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 the students as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Simmons
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 374 was adopted by the House on March
6, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House