TITLE: Recognizing Hank Whitman, Jr., on the occasion of his retirement.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Hank Whitman, Jr., on the occasion of his retirement.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Hank Whitman, Jr., who retired August 31, 2012, as assistant director of the Texas Rangers and after 22 years of commendable service with the Texas Department of Public Safety; and WHEREAS, A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Mr. Whitman began his career with the Texas Department of Public Safety in 1990 and served in the Texas Highway Patrol until 1996, when he was promoted to sergeant in the Criminal Intelligence Service; and WHEREAS, He became a member of the Texas Rangers in 2001 and rose through the ranks to become a Ranger captain in 2008; he commanded the Texas Ranger Cold Case Team and served as the department's inspector general; he was promoted to deputy assistant director in 2009 and became assistant director in 2011; and WHEREAS, Mr. Whitman earned a bachelor's degree from Southwest Texas State University and a master's degree from Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi; he also graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy and holds a master peace officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education; and WHEREAS, Mr. Whitman has handled the unique and challenging responsibilities of law enforcement duty with courage and determination; an exemplary officer, he is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence with the Texas Rangers will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas hereby commend Hank Whitman, Jr., for his exceptional service to the people of Texas as an officer with the Texas Department of Public Safety 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. Zaffirini, Hinojosa President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 20, 2013.