TITLE: Recognizing Genaro Tijerina for his work as a news reporter.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Genaro Tijerina for his work as a news reporter.

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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Genaro Tijerina for his outstanding work as a television reporter; and WHEREAS, A respected bilingual news journalist, television anchor, writer, and storyteller, Genaro Tijerina has shaped a rewarding career presenting stories that educate, inform, and intrigue the public; and WHEREAS, Genaro earned a bachelor's degree in business technology and management from South Texas College and earned a master's degree in mass communications and media studies from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; and WHEREAS, He began a career in television as a production assistant with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, and he rose through the ranks to later serve as a multimedia journalist at the company; he also distinguished himself as a journalist, reporter, and news anchor with Univision Communications before transitioning to his current position as vice president of public relations and media communications at Dr. Zelaya Educational Consulting, Limited Liability Corporation; and WHEREAS, An esteemed news journalist, Mr. Tijerina has earned numerous distinctions for professional excellence; he was honored with a GEM Award in 2017 by NBCUniversal, and he was named a Top Journalist of the Year in 2019 by the International Association of Top Professionals; he represents the highest ideals of journalism, and he can reflect with pride on his exemplary career; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend Genaro Tijerina on his many achievements as a news reporter 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. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2021.