SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 38

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Trans Ionics Corporation, which has been named one of the top 10 most promising energy and clean technology companies at the 6th Annual Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship Energy and Clean Technology Venture Forum; and

WHEREAS, Trans Ionics Corporation has become a leader in the development of advanced separation technologies for the petroleum, petrochemical, environmental, medical, and power generation sectors of the economy; and

WHEREAS, Located in The Woodlands, this innovative company creates energy-saving processes such as the separation of pure oxygen from air using ion transport membranes and the desulfurization of a wide range of petroleum streams; and

WHEREAS, Using a combination of public and private funding, Trans Ionics Corporation will soon bring to market some of its original products, stimulating the Texas economy and creating an atmosphere where innovation can thrive; this exemplary company is truly deserving of recognition for its dedication and many accomplishments; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Trans Ionics Corporation on its spirit of innovation and free enterprise and extend congratulations on being named one of the 10 most promising energy and clean technology companies at the 6th Annual Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship Energy and Clean Technology Venture Forum; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this outstanding company as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Williams

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 26, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate