TITLE: Congratulating Andrew Rueda of Wellington High School on winning a gold medal at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Andrew Rueda of Wellington High School on winning a gold medal at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Andrew Rueda of Wellington High School achieved great distinction by winning the gold medal in the 2A boys' 1600-meter run at the 2017 University Interscholastic League Track & Field State Meet; and WHEREAS, Joining the top high school competitors in Texas at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on May 13, Mr. Rueda turned in a notable performance, recording a time of 4 minutes, 26.08 seconds, to claim first place in the event; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school track and field athletes, Andrew Rueda has ably represented his school, and he will cherish his memories of this outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Andrew Rueda on winning the gold medal in the 2A boys' 1600-meter run at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet 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. Rueda as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Springer Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 287 was adopted by the House on August 15, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House