Senate Resolution No. 59 honors Sheryl Pace for her nearly 50 years of dedicated service as a senior analyst for school finance at the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association. Beginning her career in 1976, Sheryl has become a leading authority on school finance and property taxation in Texas, providing critical insights to legislators and policy organizations. Her notable contributions include authoring "An Introduction to School Finance in Texas," which has received accolades for its effectiveness as a resource in understanding the state's complex school finance system.

As Sheryl prepares for retirement, the resolution acknowledges her significant impact on education funding policy and her role as a mentor to many in the field. The Texas Senate commends her for her intellectual rigor, public service, and commitment to improving Texas education and fiscal policy. The resolution expresses best wishes for her future endeavors, including spending quality time with her family, and serves as a formal recognition of her legacy at the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association.