SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 847
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize Philesha Torrence for her outstanding work in the
  office of the Texas AFL-CIO; and
         WHEREAS, Philesha was a participant in the Texas
  Legislative Internship Program administered by the Mickey
  Leland Center on World Hunger and Peace at Texas Southern
  University; and
         WHEREAS, This excellent internship program, established in
  December of 1990, provides a unique opportunity for students from
  Texas colleges and universities to serve as interns in the Texas
  Legislature, the United States Congress, and a variety of local,
  state, and national governmental agencies and public policy
  organizations; and
         WHEREAS, Students receive academic credit for
  participating in the program, which combines academic study and
  research with supervised practical training; Senator Rodney
  Ellis serves as a program advisor, and the senator's office
  assists with coordinating the on-site activities; and
         WHEREAS, As an intern, Philesha has gained firsthand
  knowledge of the governmental process and work experience in a
  political environment, as well as insight into the issues facing
  our communities and our state today; and
         WHEREAS, Diligent, resourceful, and talented, Philesha
  skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the federation's
  office and has made positive contributions to the development of
  sound public policy; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
  Legislature, hereby commend Philesha Torrence for her dedication
  and excellent work as a participant in the Texas Legislative
  Internship Program and extend to her best wishes for the future;
  and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
 
  Ellis
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 19, 2015.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate