R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, The House of Representatives of the State of Texas
 1-2     is proud to join the Texas Commission on Human Rights in
 1-3     recognizing William M. Hale, who retired February 15, 2001,
 1-4     bringing to a close a career marked by more than 17 years of
 1-5     exceptional service as executive director; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, As a capable and visionary national and
 1-7     international leader in the human rights community over the past 41
 1-8     years, Mr. Hale has earned the respect and admiration of all those
 1-9     with whom he has worked; and
1-10           WHEREAS, This exemplary public servant has conscientiously
1-11     performed his duties with expert care and dedication, making the
1-12     Texas Commission on Human Rights into one of the premier human
1-13     rights commissions in the United States; and
1-14           WHEREAS, Distinguishing himself as a member of the
1-15     International Association of Official Human Rights Agencies for 18
1-16     years, Mr. Hale served as president for two terms and was presented
1-17     the association's Individual Human Rights Achievement Award; and
1-18           WHEREAS, A highly recognized figure in his field, Mr. Hale
1-19     has made many notable achievements throughout his career; he helped
1-20     secure passage of the Texas Fair Housing Act and the Commission on
1-21     Human Rights Act; and
1-22           WHEREAS, This able administrator contributed immeasurably to
1-23     the establishment and progress of the Texas Commission on Human
1-24     Rights through his commitment, leadership, and creativity, and his
 2-1     endeavors are truly worthy of legislative recognition; now,
 2-2     therefore, be it
 2-3           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
 2-4     Legislature hereby commend William M. Hale for his many years of
 2-5     exceptional public service and extend to him sincere best wishes in
 2-6     the future; and, be it further
 2-7           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-8     prepared for him as an expression of high regard by the Texas House
 2-9     of Representatives.
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 541 was adopted by the House on May
         16, 2001, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House