H.R. No. 2422 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, During the 82nd Legislative Session, Derek L. Tanner has ably served his fellow Texans as an intern in the office of State Representative Tryon Lewis; and WHEREAS, Since joining the staff, Mr. Tanner has contributed to the workings of state government firsthand; in addition to learning more about the legislative process and the issues facing citizens of the Lone Star State, he has gained valuable work experience in the field of public service; and WHEREAS, Mr. Tanner earned his associate's degree magna cum laude from McLennan Community College in 2005, and he received his bachelor's degree in political science in 2010 from Texas State University, where he was a member of Bobcat Build and a volunteer at the San Marcos Area Food Bank; and WHEREAS, This noteworthy young Texan has performed his duties as a legislative intern with skill and dedication, and he is indeed deserving of special recognition for his fine work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby commend Derek L. Tanner for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Tryon Lewis and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Tanner as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Lewis ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2422 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House