HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 96-4744, by Representative Talcott

     WHEREAS, It is the policy of the Washington State Legislature to recognize excellence in all fields of endeavor; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle has helped the children of our state as an educator for thirty years, serving as a teacher, principal, and school district assistant superintendent; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle has been in the Legislature for six years, serving most recently as the fair and compassionate chair of the House Education Committee; and

     WHEREAS, As chair of the House Education Committee, Representative Bill Brumsickle was given the pleasure of working with a mild-mannered group of fellow legislators who shared a common view of the state's education future; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle cannot walk in the grocery store without meeting a former student, a teacher he hired as principal, or a constituent that recognizes his erect frame, ever-present smile, and silver mane; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle is an example for us all  in his ability to deal with complex and controversial issues with dignity and grace, in his dedication to public service, and in his devotion to the children of the state; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle has decided that he would rather walk the soggy trails of the Olympics than the marbled halls of Olympia; and

     WHEREAS, Representative Bill Brumsickle has decided not to run for another term of office with the esteemed House of Representatives;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the State of Washington honor the excellence in service and untold personal accomplishments and contributions by Representative Bill Brumsickle to his office, to his constituents and colleagues, and especially to the citizens of this great state of Washington; and

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the State of Washington extend the very best wishes to Representative Bill Brumsickle, his wife Mary Ann, and his children and grandchildren; and

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to Representative Bill Brumsickle.

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