H.R. No. 25 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Andrew Paumen has distinguished himself in his responsibilities as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Chris Turner during the 88th Legislative Session; and WHEREAS, Since joining the staff, Mr. Paumen has provided vital assistance in handling a wide variety of challenging tasks; in addition to gaining valuable experience in the field of public service, he has learned more about the legislative process and the issues facing citizens of the Lone Star State; among his duties, he has helped to conduct research for State Affairs Committee hearings, assisted in preparing Representative Turner for floor debates, and represented the office at a Public Utility Commission of Texas workshop; moreover, he has drafted social media content and communications with constituents and stakeholders; and WHEREAS, Mr. Paumen is studying international relations and global studies at The University of Texas at Austin, where he has earned placement on the dean's list; moreover, he is a researcher for the Global Disinformation Lab and the Earned Media Project, and he belongs to the International Relations and Global Studies Council and is involved with the KBH Energy Center Student Advisory Council and Mentorship Program; he is also the recipient of a fellowship for the 2024-2025 UT Austin Applied Cybersecurity Community Clinic in the Strauss Center for International Security and Law; and WHEREAS, Andrew Paumen has performed his duties as a legislative intern 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, 4th Called Session, hereby commend Andrew Paumen for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Chris Turner 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. Paumen as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Turner ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 25 was adopted by the House on November 17, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House