SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 321
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Ronald H. Hufford, who is retiring as the executive
director of the Texas Forestry Association after 33 years of
distinguished leadership; and
WHEREAS, Ron Hufford earned a bachelor of science degree in
forestry from Southern Illinois University in 1971; he served
with distinction for four years as an officer and a pilot in the
United States Air Force, and he initiated his civilian career in
1975 by joining the Southern Forest Products Association in
Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hufford began his tenure as the executive
director of the Texas Forestry Association in 1984; under his
exemplary leadership, the association has created the means
through which the public and the forest industry can work
together effectively and can communicate with legislators on
issues relating to forestry in Texas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hufford has guided efforts to strengthen the
association's partnership with the Texas Forest Service, as well
as with many other state agencies, to ensure that forestry is a
viable and valuable resource in Texas long into the future; and
WHEREAS, A highly respected leader in his field, Mr. Hufford
has served in leadership roles for numerous professional
associations; in 2016, the Texas Forestry Association paid tribute
to his invaluable contributions to Texas forestry by naming its new
headquarters in his honor; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Ronald H. Hufford on his outstanding
career and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 28, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate