78S30900 JNC-D By: Farabee H.R. No. 351R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Combat Infantryman Badge was established to recognize gallant and intrepid service by a member of the United States Army, and through his courageous actions in Vietnam, Joel Jimenez distinguished himself as a worthy recipient of this prestigious medal; and WHEREAS, Over the course of his military service, Mr. Jimenez, a former specialist in the 77th Armor Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, acted with valor and distinction and made a commendable contribution to his fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, The Combat Infantryman Badge was awarded to Mr. Jimenez on November 25, 1969, for his performance of duty while under hostile fire, as he engaged in active ground combat with the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam; this courageous gentleman will finally be presented with his well-deserved medal on October 20, 2003, at Sheppard Air Force Base; and WHEREAS, Through his unfaltering devotion to duty, honor, and his country, Joel Jimenez embodies the highest ideals of the armed service, and he most assuredly merits this notable award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend Joel Jimenez for his service and congratulate him on his receipt of the Army Combat Infantryman Badge; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Jimenez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.