HR562 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Hubbard

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Biaz, Youssef, commended

Summary

The Alabama House is officially commending Youssef Biaz for winning the National Poetry Out Loud championship and recognizing his achievements.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends Youssef Biaz for becoming the National Champion of Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest in Washington, D.C., on April 29, 2011. It highlights his academic and athletic achievements, language skills, and other awards, and it expresses pride and best wishes for his future endeavors. The resolution does not create new laws or spending; it is a formal acknowledgment of his accomplishments.

Who It Affects

• Youssef Biaz – receives formal commendation and recognition for his national championship and accomplishments.
• Auburn High School, the Auburn community, and the State of Alabama – gain a sense of pride from recognizing a local student’s achievements.

Key Provisions

• Commends Youssef Biaz for becoming the National Champion of the Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest in Washington, D.C., on April 29, 2011.
• Acknowledges his graduation from Auburn High School with honors on May 24, 2011.
• Notes his impressive academic statistics: a 4.36 GPA, ACT score of 35, and SAT score of 2370, plus a full scholarship to the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.
• Recognizes his language abilities (Arabic, French, English, and Spanish) and his receipt of multiple other awards (e.g., National Merit Scholarship, US Presidential Scholarship).
• Expresses the House's highest commendations and best wishes for his future endeavors and states that a copy of the resolution is evidence of esteem.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory