By: Bivins S.C.R. No. 63 1-1 SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas is pleased to 1-3 designate the American Combat Airman Hall of Fame as the official 1-4 Combat Hall of Fame of the State of Texas; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Confederate Air Force, the American 1-6 Combat Airman Hall of Fame was established in 1997 to honor 1-7 American fliers whose service during any war or conflict brings 1-8 great honor to the fighting men and women of the United States; and 1-9 WHEREAS, While some aeronautical honor associations recognize 1-10 astronauts, aircraft designers and builders, or aviation record 1-11 holders, the American Combat Airman Hall of Fame only recognizes 1-12 American combat aircrew who have risked their lives in defense of 1-13 their nation; and 1-14 WHEREAS, This esteemed organization has thus far inducted 30 1-15 outstanding Americans and four organizations and will induct seven 1-16 more individuals and one additional organization in 2001; and 1-17 WHEREAS, The men and women who serve in our armed forces as 1-18 pilots and aircrew perform an imperative service for all United 1-19 States citizens; they willingly risk their lives for our nation's 1-20 security, and they have earned our admiration and respect for their 1-21 strength, valor, and expertise in the field of aviation; now, 1-22 therefore, be it 1-23 RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas 1-24 hereby recognize the American Combat Airman Hall of Fame as the 2-1 official Combat Hall of Fame of the State of Texas; and, be it 2-2 further 2-3 RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared to honor 2-4 this fine organization and the exceptional men and women in its 2-5 ranks.