[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 28 (Thursday, March 10, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E406]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF BEXAR COUNTY COMMISSIONER TOMMY 
                                ADKISSON

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 10, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the outstanding 
contributions of Bexar County Commissioner of Precinct 4 Tommy 
Adkisson.
  Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas Commissioner Adkisson earned 
his law degree, and returned to San Antonio to practice civil law. 
Commissioner Adkisson's hard work did not go unnoticed; he was named 
one of the ``Top Ten'' Legislators by the family law section of the 
Texas State Bar.
  In 1981, he began his political career when he was elected as State 
Representative of District 57, and he won the District 119 seat in 
1985. His career excelled even furthered when he was elected Bexar 
County Commissioner in 1998.
  As County Commissioner he has brought great value to his District, 
most notably bringing the SBC Center to Precinct 4. He is known for 
working well with the citizens of the community. While working with the 
community of Kirby and Gardendale he was able to purchase needed 
equipment and provide meal assistance for the elderly. He also worked 
with the citizens of Converse to create the 1st Emergency Service 
District in Bexar County. Along with his many accomplishments as a 
public servant, he is also a dedicated husband to his wife Karen.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have had this opportunity to recognize the 
many contributions of Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Adkisson.

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