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H.C.R. No. 126
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Clayton W. "Claytie" Williams, Jr., is this year's
recipient of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Hope Award for
Midland and the Permian Basin, and it is a privilege to pay tribute
to this noteworthy Texan for his many lasting contributions that
will benefit the people of this state for years to come; and
WHEREAS, A modern-day success story, Mr. Williams has truly
lived the American Dream of entrepreneurship through his efforts in
the oil industry and as a farmer, rancher, high-tech executive, and
real estate developer; in addition, he was a guest lecturer at his
alma mater, Texas A&M University, in the 1980s and 1990s and earned
the Dean's Service Award for Teaching Excellence; and
WHEREAS, Possessed of unparalleled determination and
uncommon entrepreneurial instincts, this visionary leader
established Clajon Gas Company in 1957, and it eventually became
the largest individually owned gas company in Texas; subsequent
ventures include Clayton Williams Energy and ClayDesta
Communications and more than 20 other companies; and
WHEREAS, A former gubernatorial candidate, Mr. Williams is
perhaps most proud of his status as one of the youngest Texas A&M
graduates to receive that university's Distinguished Alumni Award,
an honor he accepted in 1980; his passion for all things Aggie is
well known, and his generosity to Texas A&M University has greatly
benefited the students, faculty, and staff of that institution; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Williams's philanthropic endeavors have earned
him the respect and admiration of countless Texans, and his receipt
of the Hope Award for Midland and the Permian Basin--the highest
annual honor presented by the National Multiple Sclerosis
Society--is indeed richly deserved; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby congratulate Clayton W. "Claytie" Williams, Jr., on his
receipt of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Hope Award for
Midland and the Permian Basin and commend him for his contributions
to the citizens of Texas; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Williams as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.
Craddick
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 126 was adopted by the House on
March 20, 2003, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 126 was adopted by the Senate on
March 20, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor