    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1994, Book II)]
    [August 18, 1994]
    [Page 1476]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Letter Accepting the Resignation of Jean Hanson as General Counsel at
    the Department of the Treasury
    August 18, 1994

    Dear Jean:

        I have your letter of August 18, tendering your resignation as
    General Counsel of the Department of the Treasury, and I accept your
    resignation effective on the confirmation of your successor.

        Secretary Bentsen tells me that you have performed your duties with
    great skill and devotion. You have my thanks for your valuable service
    to the nation, and my best wishes for your future legal career.

        Sincerely,

                                                                Bill Clinton

    Dear Mr. President:

        I am resigning today as General Counsel of the Treasury. My former
    law partners have asked me to rejoin them in the private practice of law
    in New York and I believe this is the right time to accept their offer,
    upon the effectiveness of my resignation. I understand that, with your
    concurrence, my resignation will take effect upon the confirmation of my
    successor.

        I was honored to be nominated by you and grateful for the
    opportunity to serve in your Administration. You have repeatedly
    demonstrated your willingness to tackle the difficult issues of our time
    and I admire your vital leadership. I consider myself fortunate to have
    been able to work with, and for, Secretary Bentsen and Roger Altman.

        While the decision to leave government is not an easy one, I look
    forward to returning to New York to resume my personal and professional
    relationships there. I wish you well in your continued efforts and want
    you to know that my support for your policies and programs remains
    strong and resolute.

        With every best wish.

        Sincerely,

                                                              Jean E. Hanson

    Note: Ms. Hanson's letter of resignation to Secretary of the Treasury
    Lloyd Bentsen and the Secretary's letter of acceptance were also made
    available by the Office of the Press Secretary.