83R15138 JNC-D
By: Craddick H.R. No. 1165
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Timothy A. Leach, a respected engineer and
businessman, is being inducted into the Petroleum Hall of Fame on
April 18, 2013; and
WHEREAS, The Petroleum Hall of Fame, which is based at the
Permian Basin Petroleum Museum in Midland, recognizes individuals
who have made outstanding contributions to the development of the
petroleum industry or who have inspired others through their
achievements, service, or strength of character; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Texas A&M University, Mr. Leach began
his successful career with Parker & Parsley Petroleum Company, now
Pioneer Natural Resources Company; he served in a variety of
capacities, including executive vice president and member of the
executive committee; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Leach went on to form the first of three Concho
companies in 1997; today, he ably leads Concho Resources as
president, chair of the board, and CEO; and
WHEREAS, Through his inspired innovation, Timothy A. Leach
has distinguished himself as a successful and influential figure in
an industry that is such a vital part of the Texas economy, and it is
appropriate to take this opportunity to recognize him; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Timothy A. Leach on his induction
into the Petroleum Hall of Fame 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. Leach as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.