H.R. No. 28 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The thousands of deaths caused by COVID-19 in Texas have created a tremendous void in families, communities, and workplaces throughout the state; among those who lost their lives in the pandemic was Tracey Adams, a dedicated and well-respected employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, who passed away on March 6, 2021, at the age of 45; and WHEREAS, Ms. Adams completed her training at the TDCJ academy and served for two months as a correctional officer cadet at the Stiles Unit in Beaumont; her enthusiasm and determination to excel earned her the respect and appreciation of her colleagues; and WHEREAS, Devoted to her family, Ms. Adams grew up with five siblings, and she became the proud mother of three children; she enjoyed spending time with her loved ones, especially watching the Dallas Cowboys; in all her endeavors, she demonstrated kindness and consideration toward others, and she set an inspiring example through her strong work ethic; and WHEREAS, Tracey Adams faithfully and ably performed her duties throughout her tenure with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and she will long be remembered with great admiration by all who were privileged to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Tracey Adams and extend deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and colleagues; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Tracey Adams. Murr ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 28 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on August 30, 2021. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House