H.R. No. 1578 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Emily Richmond Gilby of Cedar Park has ably served her fellow Texans as an aide in the office of State Representative John H. Bucy III during the 86th Legislative Session; and WHEREAS, Since joining the staff, Ms. Gilby has provided vital assistance in handling a wide variety of challenging tasks, which have included conducting policy research and analyzing bills; in addition to gaining valuable experience in the field of public service, she has learned more about the legislative process and the issues facing citizens of the Lone Star State; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Ralph and Kim Gilby, Emily Gilby is a sophomore at Southwestern University, where she is working toward her political science degree, and she plans to pursue a career in law; her academic achievements at Southwestern University have earned her placement on the dean's list and recognition as a Finch Scholar, and she has further distinguished herself as a member of the university's mock trial team and as co-chair of the Southwestern College Democrats; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young Texan has performed her duties as a legislative aide with skill and dedication, and she is indeed deserving of special recognition for her fine work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby commend Emily Richmond Gilby for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative John H. Bucy III and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success in all her endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Gilby as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bucy ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1578 was adopted by the House on May 17, 2019, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House