H.R. No. 57 is a resolution recognizing Chi-mei Lin's retirement as the chief executive officer of the Chinese Community Center in Houston, effective December 2024, after over twenty years of dedicated service. Ms. Lin began her career with the organization in 1999 as the associate executive director and became CEO in 2002. Under her leadership, the center evolved from a language school to a comprehensive agency offering job training and senior services to individuals of all ethnicities. She has been instrumental in fostering collaborations to enhance community services and has overseen significant achievements, including the national accreditation of the CCC Child Development Center and the establishment of the CCC Financial Opportunity Center.
The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to Ms. Lin for her contributions and dedication to the Chinese Community Center, highlighting her educational background and professional experience. It acknowledges the lasting impact of her work on the agency and the Greater Houston community. The resolution concludes with a commitment to prepare an official copy for Ms. Lin as a token of high regard from the Texas House.