SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 36
	In Memory
	of
	Tamoria Jones
	WHEREAS, The death of Tamoria RaShon Jones at the age of 35
	has brought a profound loss to her family, her friends, and the
	entire Texas legislative community; and
	WHEREAS, Born on May 22, 1988, Tamoria Jones grew up in
	Freeport; she graduated with a bachelor's degree in marketing
	from Prairie View A&M University and went on to complete a
	master's degree in business administration at Texas Woman's
	University; embarking on a career in public service, she began
	working in the office of State Representative Harold V. Dutton,
	Jr., in 2012 and rose to become chief of staff; she continued her
	education as well, earning her law degree magna cum laude from
	Texas Southern University in 2018; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Jones demonstrated exceptional skill and
	dedication as a committee clerk during multiple sessions,
	furthering the work of the House Committees on Urban Affairs,
	Public Education, and Juvenile Justice and Family Issues; a
	stalwart champion of education and literacy, she brought her
	characteristic enthusiasm and persistence to bear in supporting
	legislation to improve reading scores and effect meaningful
	change in other key areas; moreover, she was committed to
	addressing racial disparities in education outcomes and ensuring
	fairness in rules for charter schools; in tribute to her
	exceptional efforts, the TSU Thurgood Marshall School of Law is
	establishing a scholarship in her honor; and
	WHEREAS, Known to many as "T," Ms. Jones was a caring
	mentor to numerous staff members, and she generously shared her
	knowledge and expertise with anyone in need of assistance; her
	outgoing personality and determination to help others succeed
	endeared her to people of all backgrounds and across political
	divides; and
	WHEREAS, Tamoria Jones set an inspiring example through
	her tireless efforts in behalf of her fellow Texans, and although
	she will be greatly missed, she leaves behind countless friends
	and loved ones whose lives are far richer for having known her;
	now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
	Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
	of Tamoria RaShon Jones and extend sincere condolences to all who
	mourn her passing; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
	prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
	this day, it do so in memory of Tamoria Jones.
	Miles
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on July 13, 2023, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate