SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 996 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Jay Nelson and to welcome him on the occasion of his visit to the Capitol on May 26, 2015; and WHEREAS, Talented and hardworking, Jay is a high-achieving student at Lamar High School in Houston who has demonstrated leadership skills and a desire to contribute to his community; and WHEREAS, He has a great passion to learn about local, state, and federal government, and during his Capitol visit, he is shadowing Senator Campbell in order to gain further insight into the state's legislative process; and WHEREAS, His educational accomplishments and his interest in politics and government bode well for a future with countless opportunities and much success; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Jay Nelson on his dedication to the study of government and on his many achievements; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of Jay Nelson. Campbell ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 26, 2015. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate