SR641 - Recognizing Kelvin Bass for his years of service in the office of State Senator Royce West.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 641          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to   recognize Kelvin Bass, who is retiring as senior legislative aide   and press secretary to State Senator Royce West after 25 years of   outstanding service to the people of Texas; and          WHEREAS, Since joining Senator West's office in November of   1999, Mr. Bass has served as a trusted advisor and policy analyst   providing expertise on a wide range of issues including criminal   justice, public safety, and transportation; his work has played a   vital role in the development of sound, forward-thinking public   policy in the Texas Legislature; and          WHEREAS, A trailblazer in criminal justice policy,   Mr. Bass helped shape and advance numerous legislative   initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Texans; among his   most impactful contributions are measures expanding access to   record-clearing opportunities for individuals with dismissed or   non-indicted charges, reforms to the handling of identity misuse   in criminal cases, and policy improvements to support those who   have been wrongfully convicted; and          WHEREAS, Mr. Bass was instrumental in crafting   legislation that led to the adoption of Texas' statewide   body-worn camera law, and he helped develop guidelines for law   enforcement and driver interactions that are now included in   the Community Safety Education Act; his work also resulted in   practical reforms that modernized the state's vehicle   inspection and registration process, improved the accuracy of   insurance verification during traffic stops, and eliminated   paper temporary license plates in favor of a more secure   system; and          WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, Mr. Bass collaborated   closely with law enforcement, prosecutors, and community   stakeholders to draft meaningful legislation that balanced   justice, public services, and civil liberties; he served as a   liaison to the media to clearly communicate legislative goals and   priorities to the public, and his insight and professionalism   earned him the respect of colleagues in both chambers and across   political lines; and          WHEREAS, Kelvin Bass has been a powerful advocate for   justice, equity, and transparency in public policy; his   professional legacy is defined by his diligent leadership and   principled commitment to service, and his deep understanding of   the legislative process has improved lives, protected civil   rights, and modernized public policy across Texas; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby commend Kelvin Bass on his distinguished   career and service to the Lone Star State and extend to him best   wishes for the future; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.     West                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on May 31, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate