SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 452
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Elijah R. Brown Jr., who is retiring from the Texas
Department of State Health Services on June 2, 2021, after more
than 55 years of exemplary service with the agency; and
WHEREAS, A highly esteemed employee, Elijah Brown began
his career with state health services on September 1, 1965; he
has served with distinction as the manager of the Vision and
Hearing Program and the Spinal Screening Program for the
department; and
WHEREAS, In the role of manager, he has overseen the
training of professional screeners who evaluate preschool and
school-age children to detect vision or hearing problems and
abnormal spinal curvatures; his focus on early intervention has
helped to ensure children receive appropriate care when it will
benefit them most; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown has handled his far-reaching
responsibilities with exceptional skill and dedication, and he
has made a positive difference in the lives of innumerable Texas
families; he has set lasting standards for excellence that will
help vital agency programs thrive long into the future; and
WHEREAS, A highly respected public servant, Elijah Brown
is admired by his colleagues for his professionalism and his warm
and engaging personality; his hearty laugh and exuberant
storytelling were a source of joy to all who worked with him, and
his presence at the Texas Department of State Health Services
will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Elijah R. Brown Jr. on his
outstanding career and his many contributions to this state and
extend to him best wishes in all his 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.
Eckhardt
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 20, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate