Introduced Version





HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No.
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DIGEST OF INTRODUCED RESOLUTION



        A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring James E. Hester, Jr.



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Introduced

First Regular Session of the 116th General Assembly (2009)


HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION



        A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring James E. Hester, Jr.

    Whereas, James E. Hester, Jr. is an accomplished photojournalist who has served in many capacities throughout his career;

    Whereas, James E. Hester, Jr. attended Northwest High School and graduated from Ball State University and the National Press Photographers Association Photojournalism School;

    Whereas, James began his career in the News Studio Production department at WISH-TV in 1977 and has served as a news photographer and the statehouse/political photographer;

    Whereas, In addition to the responsibilities of his job, James serves as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Indianapolis and Ball State University;

    Whereas, James has served in various positions for several professional associations, including director of job information for the Bank National Press Photographers Association and secretary/treasurer of the Indiana Press Photographers Association, and has been a member of the National Association of Black Journalists;

    Whereas, James E. Hester, Jr. is an award winning photojournalist at the national, regional, and local levels and is well-known and respected throughout the area;



    Whereas, Pictures help us remember the events of our lives. James E. Hester, Jr. has helped the citizens of our state remember important events that have occurred throughout the years: Therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives

of the General Assembly of the State of Indiana,

the Senate concurring:


    SECTION 1. That the Indiana General Assembly acknowledges the accomplishments and contributions made by James E. Hester, Jr. and wishes him continued success in all his endeavors.
    SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives shall transmit a copy of this resolution to James E. Hester, Jr.