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By: Craddick H.R. No. 1373
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, After nearly 40 years of exceptional service, Larry
Niemann of Austin is retiring from his position as the first and
only legal counsel for the Texas Apartment Association (TAA), the
largest apartment association in the nation; and
WHEREAS, In this important role, Mr. Niemann has worked
closely with elected officials, TAA members, and tenant advocates
to support legislation that addresses the rights,
responsibilities, and duties of all parties involved in renting
homes and apartments in Texas; and
WHEREAS, He has also authored all TAA lease contracts and
leasing forms in the past 35 years, including one of the most widely
used legal contracts in the state; this document has served as a
template for the National Apartment Association, a true testament
to its author's expertise; and
WHEREAS, This dedicated Texan has further benefited his
organization by conducting legal seminars and writing articles to
educate TAA members on relevant matters; and
WHEREAS, For nearly four decades, Larry Niemann has provided
thoughtful stewardship, practical advice, and visionary leadership
to the rental housing industry in Texas and has successfully
inspired members to adopt the highest ethical standards in this
important business arena; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Larry Niemann on his dedicated service
in behalf of rental housing professionals as legal counsel for the
Texas Apartment Association and extend to him sincere best wishes
for an enjoyable retirement; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Niemann as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.