Bill Text: TX HR2237 | 2023-2024 | 88th Legislature | Enrolled


Bill Title: In memory of Daniel M. Jensen of Fort Worth.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2023-05-30 - Reported enrolled [HR2237 Detail]

Download: Texas-2023-HR2237-Enrolled.html
 
 
  H.R. No. 2237
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The city of Fort Worth lost a beloved community
  leader with the passing of Daniel M. Jensen on December 5, 2021, at
  the age of 66; and
         WHEREAS, The son of Elwood and Elaine Jensen, Danny Jensen
  was born on July 24, 1955, and he grew up with the companionship of
  his brother, David; he graduated from Alamo Heights High School in
  San Antonio in 1973, and he went on to earn a bachelor's degree from
  Texas Tech University as well as a master's degree from Texas
  Christian University; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Jensen began his career with the Texas College
  of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of North Texas Health
  Science Center at Fort Worth in 1984, and he initially served as
  director of development and executive director of the foundation;
  in 1990, he became the vice president for governmental affairs for
  HSC, and he was later appointed the associate vice chancellor for
  governmental relations; over the course of his nearly four decades
  of service, he spearheaded legislative strategy that was central to
  the growth of a significantly larger and more diverse HSC; he played
  an instrumental role in gaining support for a number of new
  facilities on campus and for the establishment of the Graduate
  School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Public Health, the
  School of Health Professions, and the UNT System College of
  Pharmacy; he collaborated with local, state, and federal officials
  as well as with other community leaders to advance HSC, the City of
  Fort Worth, and higher education in Texas; as part of HSC's 50th
  Anniversary, he was designated as one of the school's "50 Heroes";
  and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Jensen married Lynette Walker in 1983, and they
  were blessed with two children, Dane and Abigail; known for his
  jovial personality and big heart, he was a kind and caring father as
  well as a beloved friend, and he never missed an opportunity to
  express his gratitude to those who shared in his life; during his
  leisure hours, he enjoyed playing golf; and
         WHEREAS, Danny Jensen brightened the world for all who knew
  him with his wit, charm, and outgoing personality, and he left
  behind a legacy of service that his loved ones can remember with
  pride; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Daniel M. Jensen and
  extend sincere condolences to his family and friends; and, be it
  further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Danny
  Jensen.
 
  Geren
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 2237 was unanimously adopted by a
  rising vote of the House on May 29, 2023.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House   
 
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