88(R) HR 21 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

	H.R.  No.  21

	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The passing of John W. Fainter Jr. of Austin on
	August 29, 2020, at the age of 81, concluded a remarkable life of
	service to his fellow Texans; and
	WHEREAS, John Fainter was born to Ruth and John Wells Fainter
	on April 20, 1939, in Pecos and was raised in Austin alongside his
	brother, Robert; a proud alumnus of Austin High School, he
	continued his education at The University of Texas at Austin, where
	he earned both a bachelor of arts degree and a law degree; and
	WHEREAS, Following his graduation, Mr.  Fainter accepted a
	position as an investigator with the State Securities Board,
	embarking on a successful career in public service that would span
	more than half a century; he subsequently served as first assistant
	attorney general of Texas and as secretary of state, and he later
	became the chief of staff for Governor Ann Richards; he also worked
	with a regional investment firm and was president and CEO of the
	Association of Electric Companies of Texas; and
	WHEREAS, Mr.  Fainter further benefited the State of Texas
	through his leadership roles with the Public Safety Commission, the
	Governor's Select Committee on Water Quality Standards for Colorado
	River, and various other committees; moreover, he served on
	numerous UT Austin boards and councils, earning the university's
	Distinguished Alumnus Award as well as honorary membership with the
	law school's Order of the Coif; admired for his keen insight and
	quiet confidence, he acted as a mentor and advisor to countless
	people through the years; and
	WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr.  Fainter drew strength from
	the rewarding marriage he shared with his wife, Susan, and he took
	great pride in his three children, John, Mary, and Jenny; with the
	passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to
	include seven grandchildren, Riley, Ryan, Wells, Doug, William,
	Sarah, and Grace; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted family man and a dedicated public servant,
	John Fainter leaves behind a legacy of good works that will long
	resonate in the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
	Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of John W. Fainter Jr.
	and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing; 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 John
	Fainter.
	Kuempel
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	Speaker of the House
	I certify that H.R. No. 21 was unanimously adopted by a rising
	vote of the House on March 8, 2023.
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	Chief Clerk of the House