89R31253 KSM-D

By: Y. Davis of Dallas H.R. No. 1278

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Benjamin Keith Abell has distinguished himself in his responsibilities as a senior legislative aide in the office of State Representative Yvonne Davis during the 89th Legislative Session; and

WHEREAS, Since joining the staff, Mr. Abell has provided vital assistance in handling a wide variety of challenging tasks, including managing the calendar and coordinating policy events for the legislator, communicating with government agencies and advocacy coalitions, and drafting speeches, press releases, and talking points; in addition to gaining valuable experience in the field of public service, he has learned more about the legislative process and the issues facing citizens of the Lone Star State; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Abell has further contributed to the work of the Texas House of Representatives as a director for special projects and emerging issues and as an advisor; his previous experience also includes serving as a regulatory compliance consultant, as regional organizing director for the Connecticut Democratic Party, and as a confined space technical rescuer and safety specialist; a combat veteran, he served in the U.S. Army as a military intelligence analyst in Afghanistan; and

WHEREAS, Benjamin Abell has performed his duties as a senior legislative aide with skill and dedication, and he is indeed deserving of special recognition for his fine work; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby commend Benjamin Keith Abell for his service as a senior legislative aide in the office of State Representative Yvonne Davis and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Abell as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.