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78S30847 JHS-D

By:  Merritt                                                    H.C.R. No. 31 



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, Neal McCoy of Longview has distinguished himself as 
a devoted family man, a dedicated humanitarian, and one of the 
bright lights of modern country music; and
	WHEREAS, In 1995, Mr. McCoy and his wife of 22 years, Melinda, 
established the East Texas Angel Network in an effort to assist 
families of children with serious illnesses; to date, this 
noteworthy charitable foundation has raised more than $2 million 
and has helped more than 100 families; and
	WHEREAS, Many of Mr. McCoy's loyal friends, including Nolan 
Ryan, Charley Pride, Lorrie Morgan, Bryan White, Bill Engvall, B. 
J. Thomas, Collin Raye, Martina McBride, the Dallas Cowboy 
Cheerleaders, Bo Derek, Rob Schneider, Kevin Sharp, Troy Aikman, 
and General Tommy Franks, have unselfishly championed the 
outstanding efforts of the East Texas Angel Network; and
	WHEREAS, A true patriot and a wholehearted supporter of our 
armed forces, Mr. McCoy was handpicked by President George W. Bush 
to tour with the USO; he risked his own personal safety in order to 
entertain and boost the morale of American sailors, soldiers, and 
airmen stationed abroad; and
	WHEREAS, On May 19, 2003, Mr. McCoy and his wife attended a 
White House state dinner honoring Philippine President Gloria 
Arroyo as guests of President Bush and First Lady Laura Bush; Mr. 
McCoy delighted diners with his performance of the Nat "King" Cole 
classic "Unforgettable," wowing those in attendance with his vocal 
prowess; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. McCoy is a role model for countless citizens of 
the Lone Star State and the United States of America, and his 
dedication and commitment to helping others is truly inspirational; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas, 
3rd Called Session, hereby recognize Neal McCoy on the occasion of 
the Ninth Annual Benefit for the East Texas Angel Network and extend 
to him profound gratitude for his exceptional and courageous 
service to the State of Texas and the United States of America; and, 
be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. McCoy as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives and Senate.