H.R. No. 2429 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, During the 82nd Legislative Session, Jacob Welch has skillfully served his fellow Texans as assistant clerk for the House Committee on Technology; and WHEREAS, Mr. Welch provided helpful support during the committee's deliberations, and he ably assisted the public with inquiries concerning the committee's work; and WHEREAS, The son of Dan and Dolly Welch, Mr. Welch graduated cum laude from the University of Arkansas with a dual degree in economics and finance; he holds a law degree from Tulane University Law School, and he passed the Texas bar in 2010; and WHEREAS, Approaching his responsibilities with energy and professionalism, Mr. Welch has made important contributions to the legislative process during the current session, and it is most fitting to recognize him for a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby commend Jacob Welch for his service as assistant clerk for the House Committee on Technology and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Welch as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Pena ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2429 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House