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This resolution honors John Sharp for his distinguished service as chancellor of The Texas A&M University System, recognizing his transformative leadership during his tenure from 2011 to 2025. The resolution highlights Sharp's significant achievements, including growing the system to 11 universities and eight state agencies, raising the national profile of Texas A&M University (which now has over 79,000 students), overseeing nearly $12 billion in construction, and enhancing research capabilities, with the system now boasting over $1 billion in research expenditures. The document also acknowledges Sharp's extensive public service background, including roles in the Texas House, Texas Senate, and as state comptroller, and emphasizes his contributions to expanding the system's research, energy, and nuclear research capabilities. The resolution ultimately expresses the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for Sharp's leadership, commending his vision, dynamism, and commitment to excellence, and extends best wishes for his future endeavors, with an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a formal recognition of his impactful service.

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