SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 2

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Kenneth I. Shine, who is retiring as executive vice chancellor for health affairs at The University of Texas System after nearly 10 years of outstanding service; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Shine has played a vital role in the management and guidance of the system's six health institutions and their aggregate operating budget of almost $8.4 billion; and

WHEREAS, In his work with the university, Dr. Shine brought to bear 10 years of experience as president of the Institute of Medicine; under his leadership, the institute addressed such key issues in the field of medicine as quality of care, patient safety, child development, and the availability and side effects of vaccines; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Shine has focused his efforts on meeting the medical needs of all Americans; he has organized symposia on the importance of cultural sensitivity in health care and has supported programs to increase immunization rates, decrease tobacco use among adolescents, and improve care for dying patients; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary physician and administrator, Dr. Shine is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at The University of Texas System will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend Dr. Kenneth I. Shine on his exceptional service to The University of Texas System 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 high regard 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 July 1, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate