SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 137
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize State Trooper Michael Black, who is retiring from the
Texas Department of Public Safety after 25 years of exemplary
service with the Texas Highway Patrol; and
WHEREAS, Michael Black is a graduate of Lyndon B. Johnson
High School in Austin; a veteran of the United States Navy, he
served the nation with distinction for six years before beginning
a career in state law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Black has enjoyed the
love and support of his wife, LuFanda, and their children,
Tremeka, Shimere, Tiffany, and Michael; and
WHEREAS, Trooper Black is retiring from Texas Highway
Patrol Region VII, which serves the Texas State Capitol complex;
he is a beloved figure who is known throughout the Capitol for his
friendly smile and his warm interactions with legislators and
visitors, and he takes great pride in his service as a member of
the Honor Guard; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his exceptional career, Michael Black
has exemplified the highest ideals of a state trooper and has
manifested uncommon talent in managing the far-reaching
responsibilities of his position; he is respected and admired by
his colleagues and by the citizens he serves, and his presence at
the Capitol will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend State Trooper
Michael Black on his outstanding career with the Texas Department
of Public Safety and on his many contributions to the state and
extend to him best wishes for further success 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.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on August 14, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate