SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dr. Kenneth I. Shine, who is retiring as executive vice
chancellor for health affairs at The University of Texas System
after nearly 10 years of outstanding service; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Shine has played a vital role in the management
and guidance of the system's six health institutions and their
aggregate operating budget of almost $8.4 billion; and
WHEREAS, In his work with the university, Dr. Shine brought
to bear 10 years of experience as president of the Institute of
Medicine; under his leadership, the institute addressed such key
issues in the field of medicine as quality of care, patient
safety, child development, and the availability and side effects
of vaccines; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Shine has focused his
efforts on meeting the medical needs of all Americans; he has
organized symposia on the importance of cultural sensitivity in
health care and has supported programs to increase immunization
rates, decrease tobacco use among adolescents, and improve care
for dying patients; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary physician and administrator, Dr. Shine
is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at
The University of Texas System will be greatly missed; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend Dr. Kenneth I. Shine
on his exceptional service to The University of Texas System and
extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his
endeavors; 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.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 1, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate