As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 367

2025-2026

Senator DeMora

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Marla Eshelman Bump on her retirement from the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Marla Eshelman Bump on the occasion of her retirement as the director of government relations for the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her distinguished career, Marla Eshelman Bump has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to performing her duties and fulfilling her responsibilities with the utmost efficiency and competence. Previously serving in such roles as a page for the Ohio Senate, a legislative aide for Senator Grace Drake, and a governmental affairs representative with the Ohio State Medical Association, she joined the staff of the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System as the assistant director of government relations more than twenty-five years ago, advancing to become its director of government relations, and she has become a trusted advocate and respected voice on matters of public retirement policy while protecting the interests of the staff, members, and stakeholders alike; and

WHEREAS, Marla Eshelman Bump is, indeed, a remarkable individual, combining civic concern with selfless initiative to become a dynamic leader in the State of Ohio. Always sincere and energetic in her approach to her work, she has given generously of her time and abilities far beyond what was required or expected and has displayed a genuine commitment to improving the quality of life in our society; and

WHEREAS, The enthusiasm and expertise Marla Eshelman Bump has shown in her endeavors have earned her the esteem of all those with whom she has been associated. As she retires, she has the satisfaction of knowing that she has provided a valuable service to our state and has established a record of personal and professional achievement that will stand as a hallmark for others to emulate; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate Marla Eshelman Bump on her retirement and salute her as one of Ohio's finest citizens; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Marla Eshelman Bump.