SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 898 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Robert Hollas, who was recently honored as the Texas Child Protective Services Caseworker of the Year for Region 6; and WHEREAS, Robert Hollas has been a caseworker for Child Protective Services in Milam County for more than 24 years; he is highly respected by his colleagues, and he is admired by many for his unwavering dedication to the children of his community; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hollas excels as an investigator and as an interviewer; he has received training on effective interviewing techniques, and his intuition and attention to detail help him gain insight into situations that are often not what they seem on initial impression; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hollas is known for his expertise both in the field and in the courtroom; judges note his professionalism in matters relating to the court, and juries are grateful for his thoughtful and in-depth courtroom testimony; and WHEREAS, A respected member of the community, Mr. Hollas has diligently worked to ensure the safety and security of young citizens; he has made a difference in the lives of countless children, and he can indeed take pride in his many accomplishments; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Robert Hollas for his exemplary work on behalf of the vulnerable children of Milam County and congratulate him on being named the Region 6 Child Protective Services Caseworker of the Year; 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 May 26, 2017. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate