TITLE: Recognizing Richard San Jose on the occasion of his retirement.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Richard San Jose on the occasion of his retirement.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Richard San Jose, who is retiring from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts on August 28, 2025, after 20 years of exemplary state service; and WHEREAS, Richard joined the comptroller's office in September of 2007 as a contract developer in the Special Procurement Division; his technical expertise, innovative thinking, and unwavering work ethic were integral in the establishment of the Texas Multiple Award Schedule Program, and he is retiring as a contract manager of the program's contracts; and WHEREAS, Over the course of his tenure, Richard has played a vital role in strengthening division processes and procedures, and his positivity and professionalism have built lasting partnerships with vendors and customers and provided trusted support to many of his colleagues; and WHEREAS, An esteemed veteran of the United States Army, Richard served with courage and honor in many roles, including as a master sergeant and as a tank commander with the Third Armored Division in Operation Desert Storm; he has demonstrated a passion for collaboration and has fostered a culture of excellence during his decade of public service; and WHEREAS, Richard San Jose has exemplified the highest ideals of character and ethics as a valued mentor and leader within the Special Procurement Division, and his presence at the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend Richard San Jose on his exemplary career 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. Eckhardt President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025.