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By: McClendon H.R. No. 283
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The United States Army Medical Command at Fort Sam
Houston took part in the nationwide observance of Black History
Month, which recognizes the innumerable achievements of African
Americans in the annals of our state and nation; and
WHEREAS, The U.S. Army Medical Command is a world-class
health care system delivering top-quality medical care and health
education for soldiers and veterans as well as their families;
recognizing the significant contributions that African Americans
have long rendered in the U.S. armed forces and the vital role they
play in the ongoing protection of our nation, the Black History
Committee of the Medical Command at Fort Sam Houston seeks to
commend the many heroic sacrifices that these courageous Americans
have made over the centuries in our country's behalf; and
WHEREAS, Since 1926, the month of February has been
recognized as Black History Month, and this important observance
provides a fitting occasion for this nation's citizens to honor
those patriotic African American men and women who, throughout this
nation's history, have accepted the challenges of military life to
serve the cause of freedom; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend the U.S. Army
Medical Command at Fort Sam Houston for its efforts to pay tribute
to those valiant African American soldiers whose service has helped
to secure this nation's treasured liberties; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the command as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.