H.R. No. 1318 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Honorable KP George of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court has demonstrated an admiral commitment to serving his fellow Texans during the COVID-19 pandemic; and WHEREAS, This devoted public official has worked tirelessly to safeguard the health of area residents while ensuring that they continue to receive essential public services; although the pandemic has placed immense burdens on the local community, Judge George has risen to this unprecedented challenge, and his efforts have been instrumental in helping Fort Bend County navigate the crisis; and WHEREAS, Elected in 2018, Judge George is the executive of Fort Bend County's governing body and presides over the commissioners court, which oversees the county's more than 3,000 employees and its nearly $400 million budget; moreover, he serves as the director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, which is responsible for disaster preparedness in the county; and WHEREAS, KP George's decisive leadership has greatly benefited the citizens of Fort Bend County during a time of crisis, and he is truly deserving of special recognition for his impressive achievements; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby commend the Honorable KP George for his service to Fort Bend County during the COVID-19 pandemic and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Judge George as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Reynolds ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1318 was adopted by the House on May 26, 2021, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House