SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1103
WHEREAS, One of the most beloved Senate employees is also
one of the most outstanding, and Detta Haffelder is truly a
worthy recipient of the legislative Betty King Public Service
Award; and
WHEREAS, Administrative Director for Senator John Carona,
Detta is known for her abiding loyalty to her senator and to her
co-workers and for her dedication to helping the citizens of
Senatorial District 16; and
WHEREAS, Detta's tact and charm while dealing with
seemingly impossible requests from Senator Carona's constituents
recall the tact and charm of her cherished friend and mentor,
Betty King; and
WHEREAS, Detta began her legislative career in the House of
Representatives in June of 1966 but came to the Senate from the
office of Representative Libby Linebarger in August of 1994 to
work for another one of her favorite bosses, Senator Bill Sims;
Detta joined the staff of Senator John Carona in August of 1997
and feels herself truly blessed to have such a wonderful and
understanding boss; and
WHEREAS, Ever cheerful, Detta has a kind word for one and
all; a lively companion and trusted friend, Detta has endeared
herself to all who are privileged to know her; and
WHEREAS, Few people love the Senate and its traditions more
than Detta Haffelder, and she is truly an exemplary role model
for all young people entering public service; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Detta Haffelder for her superb
Senate service and congratulate her on being named the 2005
legislative recipient of the Betty King Public Service Award;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
Detta as an expression of high regard and esteem from the
Texas Senate.
Harris
Armbrister Fraser Seliger
Averitt Gallegos Shapiro
Barrientos Harris Shapleigh
Brimer Hinojosa Staples
Carona Jackson Van de Putte
Deuell Janek Wentworth
Duncan Lindsay West
Ellis Lucio Whitmire
Eltife Madla Williams
Estes Nelson Zaffirini
Ogden
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 30, 2005.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate