88R26276 BHH-D By: Leo-Wilson H.R. No. 1460 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Jaren Tankersley has ably served his fellow Texans as legislative director in the office of State Representative Terri Leo-Wilson during the 88th Legislature; and WHEREAS, Mr. Tankersley's resourcefulness and initiative have earned the appreciation of his colleagues, and his contributions to carrying forth Representative Leo-Wilson's legislative agenda have helped address issues facing citizens across the Lone Star State; in addition to conducting research and analysis on legislation and policies, he has helped coordinate communication with other agencies, written reports and briefing materials, and managed four legislative interns; and WHEREAS, Mr. Tankersley is a senior at The University of Texas at Austin, and he has previously served as a copywriter for RedRock Strategies, as an intern with the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and as a field representative for Merus Strategies in Florida; in addition, he completed a legislative internship in the office of State Representative John Smithee; and WHEREAS, This esteemed public employee has performed his duties as legislative director with skill and dedication, and he is indeed deserving of special recognition for his fine work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commend Jaren Tankersley for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Terri Leo-Wilson and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Tankersley as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.