SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 89
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Billie Lynn Hodnett, who retired from the Office of the
Comptroller of Public Accounts on January 29, 2021, after 60
years of exemplary service; and
WHEREAS, Billie Hodnett joined the comptroller's office in
1959 as a member of the Store Tax division, where she assisted in
printing metal tax identification cards that were assigned to
every Texas store owner; and
WHEREAS, She served the agency in numerous capacities over
the years and always managed her responsibilities with
exceptional skill and dedication; she was admired by staff and
clients for her ever-present patience and kindness, and she set
lasting standards for excellence in customer service in whatever
position she served; and
WHEREAS, Billie Hodnett was recognized by managers on
numerous occasions for her commitment to her work on behalf of
the citizens of Texas; she is highly regarded by her former
colleagues, and her presence at the Office of the Comptroller of
Public Accounts will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Billie Lynn Hodnett on her
outstanding career and her many contributions to the state and
extend to her sincere best wishes for a happy and fulfilling
retirement; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her 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 February 23, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate