81R27791 JNC-D
By: Coleman H.R. No. 1653
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is pleased to
recognize John White for his outstanding work in the office of
Speaker Joe Straus during the 81st Legislative Session; and
WHEREAS, Mr. White 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 graduate of Morehouse College, Mr. White is
studying public policy at Lamar University; he has previously
distinguished himself through his service in the office of Senator
Rodney Ellis and also through his work with the William J. Clinton
Foundation HIV/AIDS Initiative in India and the African Leadership
Academy in South Africa; he hopes to travel to all seven continents
by the age of 26; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure as a legislative intern, Mr. White
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. White has skillfully
handled a variety of duties in the office of Speaker Straus 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 John White 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. White as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.