SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1070 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Bridgette Williams for her outstanding work in the office of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; and WHEREAS, Bridgette was a participant in the Texas Legislative Internship Program administered by the Mickey Leland Center on World Hunger and Peace at Texas Southern University; and WHEREAS, This excellent internship program, established in December of 1990, provides a unique opportunity for students from Texas colleges and universities to serve as interns in the Texas Legislature, the United States Congress, and a variety of local, state, and national governmental agencies and public policy organizations; and WHEREAS, Students receive academic credit for participating in the program, which combines academic study and research with supervised practical training; Senator Rodney Ellis serves as a program advisor, and the senator's office assists with coordinating the on-site activities; and WHEREAS, As an intern, Bridgette has gained firsthand knowledge of the governmental process and work experience in a political environment, as well as insight into the issues facing our communities and our state today; and WHEREAS, Diligent, resourceful, and talented, Bridgette skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the commission's office and has made positive contributions to the development of sound public policy; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Bridgette Williams for her dedication and excellent work as a participant in the Texas Legislative Internship Program and extend to her best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Ellis ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 21, 2011. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate