H.R. No. 102

	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Bret Barnard has been named salutatorian of the
	Class of 2017 at Stratford High School, and he indeed merits special
	recognition for receiving this significant honor; and
	WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only
	intellect and aptitude but also four years of dedication to the
	highest academic standards; Mr. Barnard demonstrated a thorough
	understanding of a wide range of subjects, and his attainment of
	this coveted distinction is the crowning achievement of a notable
	high school career; and
	WHEREAS, The son of Pat and Nita Barnard, Mr. Barnard gained
	the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and
	to reflect on their shared history as well as their hopes and
	ambitions; and
	WHEREAS, During his years at Stratford High School, Bret
	Barnard earned the respect and admiration of both his teachers and
	classmates, and his exceptional scholastic ability and commitment
	to excellence have opened the way to a bright and promising future
	for this outstanding young Texan; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Bret Barnard,
	salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Stratford High School, and
	extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success as he begins
	the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
	prepared for Mr. Barnard 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. 102 was adopted by the House on August
	15, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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	Chief Clerk of the House