Senate Resolution No. 17 is a tribute to the life of Matthew Thomas Young, who passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 49. Born on March 19, 1975, in Paris, Texas, he was a dedicated educator with a 27-year career teaching math and coaching various sports at high schools across Texas. A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, he was also actively involved in the Texas High School Coaches Association. Matthew was a family man, married to Jamie McGraw for over two decades, and a proud father of five children. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Sylvan and enjoyed cooking, reading, and spending time with loved ones.

The resolution expresses condolences to Matthew Young's family, including his wife, children, parents, and siblings, acknowledging the profound impact he had on his community and the lives of those who knew him. It concludes with a request for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and states that the Texas Senate will adjourn in his memory.