SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 8

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Billy E. Cannon, who is retiring from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts after 14 years of outstanding service; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Cannon brought a wealth of experience in the banking and financial sectors of the economy to bear in his work at the comptroller's office, and he has risen to the position of senior internal auditor; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Mr. Cannon has been noted for his superior skills, knowledge, and expertise, and he has made numerous valuable contributions to state government through his work on a wide variety of projects; and

WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, he has handled his many responsibilities with remarkable efficiency and dedication; his friendly manner and genuine concern for others have served as an example throughout the agency; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, he is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at 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, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Billy E. Cannon on his exceptional service to the people of Texas as an employee of the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him 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 June 6, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate