SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 444
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Clarence A. Johnson for his exemplary efforts in
support of education in San Antonio through his work with the
Heroes and Heritage Educational Summit; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson is Principal Director and Director
for Civilian Equal Employment Opportunity in the Office of
Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity at the United States
Department of Defense; based at the Pentagon, he is responsible
for developing equal opportunity policies and programs affecting
all civilian employees of the Department of Defense; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson served our nation for many years as an
officer on active duty in the United States Air Force; he held
many positions of responsibility, including C141 navigator,
squadron commander, and group commander, and he earned many
commendations for his service, including the Defense Superior
Service Medal with one oak leaf cluster, the Legion of Merit, and
the Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson has worked tirelessly to foster
cooperation between community organizations and students so that
those students might receive the internships and jobs that will
advance their education and their careers; he is truly deserving
of recognition for his dedication to furthering the cause of
education in our country; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Clarence A. Johnson on his
dedication to equal opportunity for all students and extend to
him best wishes for continued success in all his future
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 17, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate