Bill Text: TX HR1387 | 2013-2014 | 83rd Legislature | Introduced

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Bill Title: Honoring Richard and Amie James for their work in organizing the Gusher Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K race in Beaumont.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2013-04-17 - Reported enrolled [HR1387 Detail]

Download: Texas-2013-HR1387-Introduced.html

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83R17502 LB-D
By: Deshotel H.R. No. 1387

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For the past four years, Richard and Amie James have
directed the Gusher Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K race in
Beaumont, and their work is helping to promote physical fitness and
wellness across Southeast Texas; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by Exygon, Baptist Hospitals, and Kinsel
Ford, the Gusher draws thousands of participants each year,
including individuals of all ages and abilities; the race serves as
a benefit for the Sports Society for American Health, a nonprofit
organization cofounded by Mr. James, that works to combat childhood
obesity through education and exercise; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Ms. James were motivated to organize the
marathon as a means of helping area residents to make fitness an
important part of their lives; they have furthered that worthy goal
by also coordinating the annual Pleasure Island Bridge
half-marathon event, and they are renowned for providing positive
reinforcement and encouragement throughout the year to assist
individuals in maintaining their wellness activities; and
WHEREAS, The couple's efforts have shown positive results;
since the Gusher Marathon was first held in 2010, participation in
exercise events and membership in the local running club have
markedly increased, and joggers and walkers have become a more
common sight in Beaumont neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, Through their enthusiasm for physical fitness,
Richard and Amie James have created a signature event for Beaumont
and in so doing, they have helped to inspire numerous people to
realize a happier and healthier way of life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby honor Richard and Amie James for their dedicated
work in organizing the Gusher Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K race
and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. and Ms. James as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.