SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 911
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Jordan Rux for his outstanding work in the office of
Representative Garnet Coleman; and
WHEREAS, Jordan 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, Jordan 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, Jordan
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the representative'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, 83rd
Legislature, hereby commend Jordan Rux for his dedication and
excellent work as a participant in the Texas Legislative
Internship Program and extend to him best wishes for the future;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him 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 15, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate