SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 754

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Ernest Casillas, a driver sales representative for Con-way Freight, who has driven one million accident-free miles; and

WHEREAS, For a professional truck driver, one million miles of safe driving, without an accident, is the ultimate measure of excellence; Ernest began his journey to achieve the one million mile mark in October of 1991; and

WHEREAS, Ernest has been a professional truck driver for 38 years and has worked for Con-way Freight since 1991; he normally drives 600 miles per shift, and his route takes him from San Antonio to Bakersville, Texas; and

WHEREAS, Truck drivers play a critical role in providing the essential goods and products that help make Texans and all Americans enjoy a better quality of life; and

WHEREAS, Ernest's safe driving record demonstrates his personal and professional commitment to safety, and he deserves recognition for his outstanding achievement; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Ernest Casillas for his exemplary driving record 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.

Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 12, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate