TITLE: Recognizing Theodore Roosevelt IV for his commitment to conservation.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Theodore Roosevelt IV for his commitment to conservation.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Theodore Roosevelt IV, who is the featured speaker at a dinner supporting the Lake Wichita Revitalization Project on March 16, 2017; and WHEREAS, Theodore Roosevelt IV is a renowned conservationist, an internationally recognized banker, and a United States Navy Seal veteran of the Vietnam War; he is the great-grandson of President Theodore Roosevelt, who played a leading role in launching the country's conservationist movement; by establishing parks and reserves, the president conserved nearly 230 million acres of land, thus preserving the nation's natural resources for the enjoyment and benefit of future generations; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roosevelt is a graduate of the Harvard Business School and a managing director at Barclays in New York City; he serves as chair of the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, is a member of the Governing Council of the Wilderness Society, and is a trustee of the American Museum of Natural History; and WHEREAS, The Lake Wichita Revitalization Project was created to address the significant ecological issues affecting Lake Wichita, which has surpassed its expected 100-year life span; this grassroots conservation organization can serve as a valuable example to conservation and reservoir rehabilitation efforts across the nation; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roosevelt has been an exemplary steward of his family's storied conservationist legacy, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his outstanding work on behalf of our country; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Theodore Roosevelt IV on his commitment to protecting the nation's priceless natural resources 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 high regard from the Texas Senate. Estes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 13, 2017.