SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 72
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Honorable James E. Nugent on the joyous occasion of
his 89th birthday, on June 22, 2011; and
WHEREAS, A former state representative and longtime public
servant, Jim Nugent is a beloved and respected member of his
community; and
WHEREAS, Jim Nugent was born June 22, 1922; he earned a
bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin and a
doctor of jurisprudence degree from The University of Texas
School of Law; he served his country during World War II as a
naval aviator; he has a daughter, Nan White, and a son, Skip
Trammel; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Nugent was dedicated to his work as an elected
official for 38 years; he served three terms as Kerr County
Attorney, 18 years in the Texas House of Representatives, and 16
years with the Texas Railroad Commission; and
WHEREAS, Since he is now celebrating his 89th birthday, it
is an appropriate time to pay tribute to him for his invaluable
service to his state and country; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Mr. Nugent has been noted for his
generosity, his courage, his patriotism, and the joy he takes in
living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby recognize the Honorable
James E. Nugent as a treasured citizen of this state and extend to
him congratulations on the occasion of his 89th birthday; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard 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 June 20, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate