SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 766

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Hendrik Maison for his outstanding work in the office 
of Senator Rodney Ellis; and
	WHEREAS, A graduate of Prairie View A&M University, 
Hendrik 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 intern, Hendrik 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, Hendrik 
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the senator'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, hereby commend Hendrik Maison for his 
exceptional contributions to the office of Senator Rodney Ellis 
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 May 4, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate