SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 599 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Patrick "Doc" Breen, who is stepping down as scholarship chair for the Williamson County A&M Club after 24 years of exemplary service; and WHEREAS, Doc Breen is a 1978 graduate of Texas A&M University, and he has a true passion for helping young adults to receive an education from his alma mater; and WHEREAS, He began his service as scholarship chair in 1990, and his first scholarship award was for $500; under his leadership, 99 students have been awarded $250,700 in scholarships, and in 2014, nine were awarded a total of $39,000 to attend the university; and WHEREAS, Doc Breen has handled the responsibilities of his position with the utmost dedication, and his work with the Williamson County A&M Club has made the difference in the lives of many young citizens; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Patrick Breen on his exceptional achievements as scholarship chair of the Williamson County A&M Club and extend to him sincere 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. Schwertner ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 21, 2015. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate