TITLE: Recognizing Andre Evans on the occasion of his graduation from the first fellowship class of New Leaders Council–Houston.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Andre Evans on the occasion of his graduation from the first fellowship class of New Leaders Council–Houston.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Andre Evans, who is graduating from the first fellowship class of New Leaders Council--Houston; and WHEREAS, New Leaders Council--Houston is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that is training a new generation of progressives to work together in the public and private sectors and to take leadership roles in the promotion of a strong democracy, social and economic justice, and equal opportunity; and WHEREAS, Andre Evans has devoted substantial time and resources to honing his leadership skills; he has learned from his peers and from experts, and he has developed a deeper understanding of progressive values; and WHEREAS, He is an actively engaged member of his community, and he has demonstrated a deep commitment to building a stronger progressive network in order to craft a better future for Texas; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Andre Evans on his dedication to the betterment of his community and state and extend to him congratulations and best wishes for much success in the future as a Founding Fellow of New Leaders Council--Houston; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Ellis, Garcia, Whitmire President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 21, 2015.