House Resolution No. ___ commends Jaylen Pruiett, a graduate of Captain Shreve High School, for being named a 2023 Gates Scholar. This prestigious recognition follows his participation in the Bobbie Cates Hicks Science and Medicine Academic Research Training (SMART) program, where he interned at Louisiana State University at Shreveport under Dr. Diana Cruz-Topete. His research focused on "Sex Differences in the Effects of Mental Stress on Myocardial Infarction." The SMART program, designed for academically advanced high school seniors from the local parishes, provides valuable research experience and is funded by various foundations and donors.

Jaylen Pruiett was selected as one of only 759 students from over 51,000 applicants for the Gates Scholarship, highlighting his exceptional academic achievements and leadership skills. During his time at Captain Shreve High School, he actively participated in numerous extracurricular activities, including student councils and academic clubs, and was a founding member of the Swamp Medics club. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' sincere congratulations to Jaylen for his accomplishments and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.