H.R. No. 1845 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, During the 83rd Legislature, Christopher S. Paxton has ably served his fellow Texans as legislative director in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford; and WHEREAS, Mr. Paxton's resourcefulness and initiative are greatly appreciated by his colleagues, and his contributions to carrying forth Representative Sanford's legislative agenda have helped meet the needs of the constituents of House District 70; and WHEREAS, A graduate of Baylor University, Mr. Paxton holds a bachelor's degree in communication studies and political science, and he previously served as an intern in the U.S. House of Representatives; during his tenure with Representative Sanford's office, he completed a number of comprehensive research projects on such important topics as renewable energy, public education, and government spending; and WHEREAS, In addition to his legislative work, Mr. Paxton has given back to his community as an alternative election judge for Precinct 96 in Harris County, as a youth mentor, and an audiovisual production volunteer for church services; and WHEREAS, This esteemed public employee has performed his duties as legislative director with skill and determination, and he is indeed deserving of special recognition for his fine work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby commend Christopher S. Paxton for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford and extend to him warmest best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Paxton as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sanford ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1845 was adopted by the House on May 8, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House