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By: Chisum H.C.R. No. 219
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the inaugural class of Governor William P. Clements, Jr.,
Scholars, for their commitment to public service and public policy;
and
WHEREAS, These young students are participating in the
Conservative Legislative Study Program, which is hosted by the
Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute; this exemplary
program seeks to train, support, and sustain the next generation of
leaders and public servants, instilling in them the values and work
ethic of former Governor William P. Clements, Jr.; and
WHEREAS, Governor William P. Clements, Jr., overcame the
misfortunes that befell his family during the Great Depression to
create the world's largest offshore drilling company; he won an
upset victory to become the state's first Republican governor since
Reconstruction, bringing his business acumen to state government
and focusing on such issues as sound budgeting, crime prevention,
and economic diversification; and
WHEREAS, The Conservative Legislature Study Program is the
only program of its kind to bring conservative students to Austin so
that they may gain valuable experience in leadership and public
service by working directly with members of the Texas Legislature;
and
WHEREAS, The members of the inaugural class of this special
program are Molly Banas, Ben Garner, Grant Cox, and Tony McDonald;
their time at the Texas Legislature will augment their college
coursework in civics, government, and history and will provide a
unique learning experience as they pursue their interest in public
service; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby commend the Governor William P. Clements, Jr., Scholars on
their dedication to public policy and service to their state and
nation and extend to them best wishes for success in all their
future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for them
as an expression of high regard from the Texas Legislature.