SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 996
WHEREAS, It is a pleasure for the Texas Senate to pay
tribute to one of its most respected and beloved longtime staff
members, Dianne Arrington, who is retiring as the Senate Journal
Clerk after more than 27 years of loyal service to the Senate and
more than 34 years of service to the state; and
WHEREAS, Prior to joining the Texas Senate, Dianne worked
for the Texas House of Representatives for nearly two years and
with the Texas Legislative Council for four years; she joined the
Senate Journal Office in 1981, became the Assistant Journal Clerk
in 1988, and was promoted to the position of Journal Clerk in
1991; she has been a fixture on the Senate floor through 11
regular legislative sessions and 17 called sessions; over that
long course, she has never missed even a single day of session;
and
WHEREAS, As head of the Journal Department, Dianne has
handled her wide-ranging responsibilities with the utmost
dedication and professionalism; while her position would be a
daunting challenge for anyone, Dianne has distinguished herself
by exhibiting both poise and perseverance in carrying out her
duties; and
WHEREAS, As Journal Clerk, she has been responsible for the
accurate accounting of the Senate's daily proceedings and
debates during sessions and the documentation of bills and
resolutions that were passed, the amendments presented, and the
votes that were taken; required to be present on the floor
whenever the Senate is in session, she is noted for her strict
attention to floor debate, for her good humor, for her
much-needed stamina, and, most certainly, for her valuable role
as the one-and-only candy custodian; and
WHEREAS, As an exemplary legislative employee and officer,
Dianne has effectively handled her heavy workloads and deadlines
with patience and resolve; she is known for her wit and her smile
and for treating others with warmth and respect; and
WHEREAS, A little known facet of Dianne's personality is
her love of adventure; whether hang gliding in Hawaii or cruising
on the seven seas, she lives life to the fullest, with evident
relish and enjoyment; and
WHEREAS, A favorite among those who walk the Capitol halls
and a cherished friend to many, Dianne will be greatly missed by
all in the legislature who have had the privilege of knowing her,
working with her, and laughing with her; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Dianne Arrington on her outstanding
service to the Senate and her exceptional leadership as Senate
Journal Clerk and extend to her best wishes for the next chapter
of her life yet to be explored; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Dianne Arrington as an expression of esteem from the
Texas Senate.
Whitmire Whitmire
Whitmire
Averitt Harris Seliger Averitt Harris Seliger
Averitt Harris Seliger
Carona Hegar Shapiro Carona Hegar Shapiro
Carona Hegar Shapiro
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Deuell Huffman Uresti Deuell Huffman Uresti
Deuell Huffman Uresti
Duncan Jackson Van de Putte Duncan Jackson Van de Putte
Duncan Jackson Van de Putte
Ellis Lucio Watson Ellis Lucio Watson
Ellis Lucio Watson
Eltife Nelson Wentworth Eltife Nelson Wentworth
Eltife Nelson Wentworth
Estes Nichols West Estes Nichols West
Estes Nichols West
Fraser Ogden Williams Fraser Ogden Williams
Fraser Ogden Williams
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 25, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
Whitmire
Averitt Harris Seliger
Carona Hegar Shapiro
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Deuell Huffman Uresti
Duncan Jackson Van de Putte
Ellis Lucio Watson
Eltife Nelson Wentworth
Estes Nichols West
Fraser Ogden Williams
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini