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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 192

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Juanita Irene "Nita Rene" Smith on the occasion of her 
retirement after 30 years of dedicated and loyal service to the 
state; and
	WHEREAS, Nita Rene began her career of state service on 
July 1, 1974, at the Texas Department of Public Welfare as a clerk 
in the warehouse; an accelerated mastery of the intricate state 
purchasing procedures earned her numerous promotions over the 
years, and when she left 16 years later, she was Regional 
Purchaser; and
	WHEREAS, She transferred to the State Board of Insurance in 
1990 as chief purchaser and was promoted to purchasing director 
within a few years; in 1994, she transferred to the Special 
Deputy Receiver Section of the Department of Insurance, where her 
purchasing background was an asset in helping to improve the way 
bids were solicited and managed; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, Nita Rene wore many hats at the 
Department of Insurance; when disaster struck in the form of 
Tropical Storm Allison, she found her true calling, working much 
of that summer out in the field where she could help people 
directly, many of whom had lost everything; and
	WHEREAS, A consummate professional, Nita Rene Smith has 
displayed superior judgment in dealing with the unique 
challenges she has faced throughout her career; she is noted for 
her superior organizational skills, her purchasing expertise, 
and her compassion for others; and
	WHEREAS, A distinguished and exemplary public servant, 
Nita Rene is admired and respected by her colleagues, and her 
presence at the Texas Department of Insurance will be greatly 
missed; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend 
Juanita Irene Smith for her exceptional 30-year career of 
outstanding service to the citizens of Texas and extend to her 
best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                      Barrientos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 17, 2004.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate