House Resolution No. [insert number] commends seven-year-old Emerson Thom for his remarkable achievement of being selected as one of ten students to compete in the 25th Braille Challenge in Los Angeles. Emerson, who has been blind since birth, recently completed first grade at Woodvale Elementary School in Lafayette, Louisiana, and earned second place at the Louisiana braille competition. The upcoming competition will feature participants from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, testing their skills in reading comprehension, spelling, and proofreading.

In addition to his academic accomplishments, Emerson is passionate about technology and dreams of becoming a space engineer. He enjoys various activities typical of children his age, such as swimming, playing the piano, and riding his bike. The resolution recognizes Emerson's inspiring spirit and genuine love for life, expressing the House of Representatives' sincere wishes for his continued success in pursuing his passions and endeavors.