H.R. No. 2418 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Chad Bludau is celebrating a significant milestone in his life in May 2009 with his graduation from The University of Texas at Austin; and WHEREAS, Mr. Bludau is a native of Hallettsville, which is known to many as the birthplace of the Fiddlers Frolics and the world famous Kolache Fest; pursuing his higher education in the Capitol City, he earned a bachelor's degree in economics while minoring in business at the prestigious McCombs School of Business; and WHEREAS, During the course of his college studies, Mr. Bludau has also distinguished himself through his work with the Texas House of Representatives and Senate; participating in the Capitol Connect program, he was entrusted with many diverse responsibilities and became a valued member of the staff; and WHEREAS, Chad Bludau is an outstanding young Texan whose intelligence, commitment, and diligence will continue to serve him well throughout the coming years, and it is a pleasure to recognize him as he prepares to embark on an exciting new chapter in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Chad Bludau on his graduation from The University of Texas at Austin and commend him for his exemplary service at the State Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Bludau as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sheffield ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2418 was adopted by the House on May 28, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House