81R27587 MG-D
By: Coleman H.R. No. 1644
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is pleased to
recognize Dimetrius Holland for his outstanding work in the office
of Representative Mark Homer during the 81st Legislative Session;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Holland has distinguished himself as a
participant in the Texas Legislative Internship Program (TLIP)
administered by the Mickey Leland Center on World Hunger and Peace
at Texas Southern University; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1990, TLIP provides a unique
opportunity for students from Texas colleges and universities to
serve as interns in the Texas Legislature, in state agencies, and in
local government offices; students receive academic credit for
participating in the program, which combines study and research
with supervised practical training; Senator Rodney Ellis serves as
a program advisor, and his office assists with coordinating on-site
activities; and
WHEREAS, A native of Longview, Mr. Holland studied political
science and criminal justice at Lamar University, earning a
bachelor's degree, and he is currently a graduate student at that
institution; in his free time, Mr. Holland enjoys hunting, working
out, and drawing; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure as a legislative intern, Mr.
Holland has gained valuable work experience and firsthand knowledge
of the governmental process, while also developing insight into the
important issues facing our communities and our state; and
WHEREAS, Diligent and resourceful, Mr. Holland has
skillfully handled a variety of duties in the office of
Representative Homer and ably assisted in meeting the needs of
constituents, and he may reflect proudly on his service as a
legislative intern; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend Dimetrius Holland for his tireless
dedication and exemplary work as a participant in the Texas
Legislative Internship Program and extend to him sincere best
wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Holland as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.