SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 507
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize Lance Simmons on the occasion of his retirement as
  chief engineer of the Texas Department of Transportation after a
  distinguished 32-year career; and
         WHEREAS, In 1993, Lance Simmons earned a bachelor's degree
  in civil engineering as a Terry Scholar at Texas A&M University,
  and after graduating, he embarked on his impressive career with
  the Texas Department of Transportation in the Atlanta District
  Design Office; throughout the following three decades, he served
  in numerous key roles, including as a bridge and special projects
  engineer, director of operations, and district engineer of the
  Bryan District; and
         WHEREAS, In 2021, Mr. Simmons moved to Austin to assume the
  role of director of Engineering and Safety Operations, and he was
  appointed chief engineer in 2022; his astute leadership has been
  instrumental in creating a culture of safety and improving the
  department's overall communication and stewardship; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Simmons led the department to record highs in
  project lettings, construction volumes, and pavement scores in
  2024, and his dedicated service to the State of Texas was
  recognized with the 2014 Luther DeBerry Award; his management of
  the department and its operations during emergencies has
  contributed to the collective strength of all its employees and
  to the safety of drivers on Texas highways; and
         WHEREAS, Respected and admired by his colleagues in the
  department, Lance Simmons leaves behind an enduring legacy
  defined by the relationships he has cultivated and by the high
  standards he has upheld for the Texas Department of
  Transportation; as he looks ahead to enjoying his retirement
  alongside his wife Deanne, a fellow Texas Department of
  Transportation retiree, it is indeed fitting that he receive
  special recognition for his outstanding contributions to the
  Texas Department of Transportation and to the people of the Lone
  Star State; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
  Legislature, hereby commend Lance Simmons on his exemplary
  career with the Texas Department of Transportation and extend to
  him congratulations on his retirement and best wishes for the
  future; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
 
  Nichols
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 12, 2025.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate