This Senate Resolution honors the life and legacy of Howard L. Hawks, a prominent Nebraska community leader and philanthropist. Hawks co-founded Tenaska Energy in 1987, successfully building it into one of the largest private companies in the United States, and dedicated 18 years as a Regent at the University of Nebraska and 12 years as a Board Member for Creighton University. His extensive philanthropy profoundly impacted the University of Nebraska system , funding numerous facilities such as Howard L. Hawks Hall , Kiewit Hall, and various athletic centers, while also supporting medical research, student-run clinics, and scholarships. Beyond academia, Hawks' commitment extended to initiatives addressing homelessness, mental health, education, and the arts, demonstrating his broad civic engagement. The resolution concludes with the Senate expressing profound sorrow and honoring his unwavering dedication to Nebraska as a civic leader and philanthropist.