H.R. No. 73 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Throughout the history of this nation, in times of 
great peril, men and women of the United States military have 
marched bravely into battle to defend our precious liberties; and
	WHEREAS, U.S. Marine Corporal Daniel Amaya embarked from 
Twentynine Palms, California, in support of our nation's campaign 
to liberate Iraqi citizens from oppression; a corporal with the 3rd 
Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, he was killed in action on April 10, 
2004, during his second mission in Iraq; and
	WHEREAS, A beloved son and brother, this courageous soldier 
graduated in 2000 from Odessa High School, where he was a 
cheerleader and a member of the band; known for his kind and gentle 
spirit, he loved to make others smile, and he aspired to one day 
become a chiropractor and comedian; and
	WHEREAS, Unflinching bravery and a resolute commitment to 
fulfill his oath to serve, regardless of the personal consequences, 
were demonstrated by this valorous American, who gave his life to 
preserve liberty; the State of Texas and the nation now mourn the 
loss of Daniel Amaya: a soldier for a brief period, a hero forever; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby honor the life of Daniel 
Amaya and extend deepest sympathy to his family: to his mother and 
stepfather, Kacey and David Carpenter; to his father, Tom Amaya; to 
his brother, Joe Amaya; to his stepbrother, Aaron Carpenter; to his 
stepsister, Victoria Carpenter; and to the many friends of this 
beloved young man; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House 
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of U.S. 
Marine Corporal Daniel Amaya.

                                                                            West


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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 73 was unanimously adopted by a rising 
vote of the House on May 11, 2004.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House