SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1075
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Cheryl Knight-Simpson for her outstanding work in the
office of Justice Dale Wainwright; and
WHEREAS, Cheryl 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, Cheryl 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, Cheryl
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the justice'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 Cheryl Knight-Simpson 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
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 21, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate