WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper was a bright presence in the Code Reviser's Office of the Washington State Legislature until she passed away peacefully at the young age of thirty years old; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper was always an outgoing and hard-working individual, participating on the student council, cheering for the varsity cheer squad, and graduating with honors in 2004 from Cactus High School in Glendale, Arizona; and

WHEREAS, While attending Arizona State University, Amanda Rohrkemper majored in political science and began her career in public service by completing an internship with the Arizona State Legislature; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University, then went on to finish her studies with a juris doctor degree from The George Washington University Law School in Washington, D.C.; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper loved adventure, spending a semester studying in Paris and traveling the country to pursue her education and career; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper joined the Washington State legislative team as a Staff Attorney at the Code Reviser's Office in 2012; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her time at the legislature, Amanda Rohrkemper always maintained a professional yet pleasant attitude, fitting in well with her colleagues; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper had a passion for dance, art, and all things French, and her colleagues appreciated her unique skill of seeing the beauty in things that other people could not see; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper met each obstacle and difficult task with a smile, bringing a positive outlook to the world around her each day; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper worked tirelessly without expectation of receiving praise, instead finding joy in her hard work; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Rohrkemper treated those around her with care and compassion, always ready to help them with their troubles and recognizing the human need for kindness;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate honor Amanda Rohrkemper and the impact she had on her coworkers and the legislature and remember her positive outlook and passion for public service.