TITLE: Recognizing Terry Mills for receiving the 2016 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Terry Mills for receiving the 2016 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Terry Mills, who has been named the recipient of the 2016 FBI Director's Community Leadership Award by the Houston field office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and WHEREAS, This prestigious honor was established in 1990 as a way to honor individuals and organizations for their efforts in combating crime, terrorism, drugs, and violence in the United States; every year, Federal Bureau of Investigation field offices throughout the country select a community partner to receive the award; and WHEREAS, Terry Mills is president of the Corpus Christi chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; since assuming the post in 2009, he has been at the forefront of endeavors to promote the region's civil rights efforts, education initiatives, and youth outreach programs; and WHEREAS, In 2016, he brought together law enforcement agencies, community organizations, local businesses, and schools for a youth summit; the conference attracted more than 4,000 high school students, and representatives from participating agencies discussed such topics as domestic violence, self-esteem issues, religious and cultural differences, the importance of making good life decisions, and how to have positive interactions with law enforcement; and WHEREAS, Terry Mills has had a profound impact on the Corpus Christi community through his advocacy for justice and equality, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Terry Mills on his many achievements and extend congratulations to him on receiving the 2016 FBI Director's Community Leadership Award; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Hinojosa President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 29, 2017.