SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 12
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Honorable Ray Holbrook, who is the recipient of a
Texas A&M University 2014 Distinguished Alumni Award; and
WHEREAS, Well known for his many contributions to his
community and state, Ray Holbrook served the citizens of
Galveston County with distinction for nearly three decades as a
county judge; he began his career by serving as a chemical
engineer with the Monsanto Company, and after earning a law
degree from the University of Houston, he served as a patent
attorney; he also served for six years as a member of the State
Board of Education; and
WHEREAS, While a student at Texas A&M University, he was a
member of the Corps of Cadets and the Fighting Aggie Band; a
standout athlete, he was a four-year letterman in track and set a
Southwest Conference record in the 440-yard dash; in addition, he
was a member of the 1948 national championship mile relay team; and
WHEREAS, He was inducted into the university's Athletic
Hall of Fame in 1983, and on October 10, 2014, he was named the
recipient of the Texas A&M Distinguished Alumni Award, the
highest honor bestowed by the Association of Former Students of
Texas A&M University; and
WHEREAS, Judge Holbrook has had a profound impact on the
growth and prosperity of Galveston County and our state, and it
is truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his many
achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend Ray Holbrook on his exceptional
contributions to his community and state and extend
congratulations to him on receiving a Texas A&M University 2014
Distinguished Alumni Award; 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.
Taylor of Galveston
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 15, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate