TITLE: Congratulating Ronald C. Sassen on his retirement as chief accounting officer of the Texas Workforce Commission.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Ronald C. Sassen on his retirement as chief accounting officer of the Texas Workforce Commission.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, After more than 33 years of outstanding employment with the state, Ronald C. Sassen is retiring as chief accounting officer of the Texas Workforce Commission on May 31, 2013; and WHEREAS, Beginning his career with the State Auditor's Office in 1979, Mr. Sassen served there for nearly 18 years before joining the Texas Workforce Commission in 1997; a certified public accountant and certified information systems auditor, he has developed solutions to accounting and reporting challenges, improved statewide practices, and mentored other staff members; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sassen is the loving husband of Sally Sassen and the father of two treasured sons, David and Jeff; in his spare time, he enjoys bird-watching, photography, movies, wine-making, cycling, and weather watching, and he looks forward to traveling with his wife after retirement; and WHEREAS, Ronald Sassen has distinguished himself with his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to excellence, and his accomplishments have benefited many in the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ronald Sassen on his retirement as chief accounting officer of the Texas Workforce Commission and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Sassen as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Naishtat Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2265 was adopted by the House on May 22, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House