SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1054

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Elaine Walker, who is retiring after more than 15 years of loyal service with the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts and nearly 29 years of service with the state; and

WHEREAS, Elaine joined the comptroller's office after spending 13 years and three months in the Office of the State Treasury; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her career with the state, she has been noted for her versatility and her expertise in a variety of fields; and

WHEREAS, During her service in both offices, she handled her wide-ranging responsibilities with exceptional skill and dedication; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary employee, Elaine has earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues, and her presence in the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Elaine Walker on her exceptional career and on her many contributions to our state and extend to her best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further

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

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 20, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate