SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1041

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Bill Shaffer, who is retiring from his service to the state as an assistant Senate doorkeeper; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Shaffer has loyally served the Texas Senate through three legislative sessions; he is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, and as a Senate employee, he has carried out his many duties with dedication, graciousness, and an enduring respect for Senate traditions; and

WHEREAS, He is an avid sports fan who enjoys watching stock car racing, baseball, football, basketball, and golf; and

WHEREAS, A valued Senate employee who is noted for his kindness and courtesy, he is respected and well liked by his colleagues and by the senators he has served, and his presence at the door of the Senate Chamber will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Bill Shaffer on his exemplary service to the Texas Legislature as an assistant Senate doorkeeper 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.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 22, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate