SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 13

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Shakeb Syed for his outstanding work in the office of 
Houston City Council Member Peter Brown; and
	WHEREAS, Shakeb was a participant in the Texas Legislative 
Internship Program sponsored by the Mickey Leland Center on World 
Hunger and Peace at Texas Southern University; and
	WHEREAS, This excellent internship program, established in 
December of 1990, provides a unique opportunity for students from 
Texas colleges and universities to serve as interns in the 
Texas Legislature, in state and local government offices, and in 
nonprofit organizations; and
	WHEREAS, Students receive academic credit for participating 
in the program, which combines academic study and research with 
supervised practical training; Senator Rodney Ellis serves as a 
program advisor, and the senator's office assists with 
coordinating the on-site activities; and
	WHEREAS, As an aide, Shakeb has gained firsthand knowledge 
of the governmental process and work experience in a political 
environment, as well as insight into the issues facing our 
communities and our state today; and
	WHEREAS, Diligent, resourceful, and talented, Shakeb 
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the council 
member's office and ably assisted with the needs of constituents; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend Shakeb Syed 
for his exceptional contributions to the office of Houston City 
Council Member Peter Brown and extend to him best wishes for the 
future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 20, 2006.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate