H.R. No. 2617
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Claude Cummings of Houston has contributed greatly
to the betterment of his community for many years; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in the Bayou City, Mr. Cummings
graduated from Kashmere High School and went on to attend Tuskegee
University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cummings was a communications technician with
AT&T for 34 years before his retirement; in his current role as
president of Communications Workers of America Local 6222, he has
helped to lead a number of service projects, including efforts to
assist disadvantaged youth, nursing homes, and local food banks;
and
WHEREAS, A man of strong faith as well, Mr. Cummings has also
been active with Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church, where he
volunteers with the Faith Revitalization Center and serves as chair
of the deacons board; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding Texan has distinguished himself as
a voice for working people, a source of hope for the needy, and a
caring member of his community, and he may indeed take pride in his
achievements and contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend Claude Cummings for his long record of
service in behalf of his fellow Texans and extend to him sincere
best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Cummings as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Edwards
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2617 was adopted by the House on May
31, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House