The House Concurrent Resolution honors Maria Blair for her nearly four-decade career at the Joint Fiscal Office, where she began as a budget analyst in 1986. Throughout her tenure, she demonstrated exceptional expertise in fiscal and data analysis, building strong relationships across government branches and providing invaluable guidance to the House Appropriations Committee and the Joint Fiscal Committee. Her contributions extended beyond her professional duties, as she fostered camaraderie within the office through her baking, gardening, and humor, while also being a dedicated animal lover.
The resolution acknowledges Maria Blair's significant achievements, including her promotion to Associate Fiscal Officer, and celebrates her retirement as a time for her to enjoy family, friends, and new adventures. The General Assembly expresses its gratitude for her exemplary service and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to her, recognizing her impact on the legislative process and the relationships she built during her career.