TITLE: Commending Justin Atkinson of Austin for his service as a communications assistant in the office of State Representative Mary González.

SUMMARY: Commending Justin Atkinson of Austin for his service as a communications assistant in the office of State Representative Mary González.

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WHEREAS, Justin Atkinson has ably served his fellow Texans as a communications assistant in the office of State Representative Mary Gonz lez during the 84th Legislative Session; and WHEREAS, Since joining the staff, Mr. Atkinson has provided vital assistance in handling a wide variety of challenging tasks; in addition to learning more about the legislative process and the issues facing citizens of the Lone Star State, he has gained valuable experience in the field of public service; and WHEREAS, The son of Randy and Karen Atkinson, Mr. Atkinson is a second-year government student and a 2016 Archer Fellow at The University of Texas at Austin; in addition to his scholarly achievements, he has served his peers as an orientation advisor and as a reporter and editor for The Daily Texan;he plans to pursue a career in social justice advocacy, law, and government administration; and WHEREAS, Justin Atkinson has performed his duties as a communications assistant with skill and dedication, and he is indeed deserving of special recognition for his fine work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commend Justin Atkinson for his service as a communications assistant in the office of State Representative Mary Gonz lez and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Atkinson as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Gonz lez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2707 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House