By: Cain H.R. No. 523 73R7741 LBD-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The death of officer John Paul Jones, Jr., of the 1-2 Dallas Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on 1-3 September 3, 1992, is a tragic loss to his family, his fellow peace 1-4 officers, and the entire community; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the fine men and 1-6 women in the law enforcement profession who by their selfless 1-7 dedication to the public welfare help provide peace and order in 1-8 society; seldom recognized and often taken for granted by the 1-9 public they so faithfully serve, these gallant individuals risk 1-10 their lives daily to ensure domestic tranquility and to protect the 1-11 lives and property of others; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Officer Jones maintained an outstanding career of 1-13 service throughout his three years on the force; his record was one 1-14 of meritorious service, exceptional bravery, and loyalty consistent 1-15 with the high ideals of the law enforcement profession; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Leaving behind a legacy of heroic dedication and 1-17 self-sacrifice, his memory will serve as a source of inspiration 1-18 for those who choose to pursue this difficult yet essential 1-19 profession; now, therefore, be it 1-20 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 1-21 Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of officer John Paul 1-22 Jones, Jr., and extend deepest sympathy to his wife, Sarah; to his 1-23 parents, John, Sr., and Betty; to his sisters, Lisa, Wendy, and 1-24 Betsy; and to the many other friends, relatives, and colleagues who 2-1 knew and loved this fine man; and, be it further 2-2 RESOLVED, That official copies of this resolution be prepared 2-3 for the members of his family and that when the Texas House of 2-4 Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of officer 2-5 John Paul Jones, Jr.