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78R10423 JNC-D

By:  Harper-Brown                                               H.C.R. No. 168



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	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. Army Specialist Shoshana Johnson embarked from 
Fort Bliss in support of our nation's campaign to liberate Iraqi 
citizens from repression; a chef for the 507th Maintenance Company, 
she was taken captive after her convoy was ambushed in Iraq; and
	WHEREAS, Specialist Johnson is the devoted mother of a 
two-year-old daughter, Janelle, and a graduate of Andress High 
School, where she was a popular student and a member of the drill 
team; following in her father's footsteps, she has served with 
distinction in the U.S. Army since 1998; and
	WHEREAS, Unflinching bravery and a resolute commitment to 
fulfill her oath to serve, regardless of the personal consequences, 
have been demonstrated by Specialist Johnson on a desolate and 
foreign battlefield; this valorous American is now held captive by 
enemies of all nations who cherish individual freedom, unbiased 
judgment, and human dignity; and
	WHEREAS, It is the fervent hope of all Texans that the day of 
liberation comes swiftly for this brave soldier and that she finds 
comfort, during the darkness of her captivity, in knowing that 
citizens throughout this state and nation hold her in their 
thoughts and prayers; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby pay tribute to U.S. Army Specialist Shoshana Johnson for her 
courageous actions and extend to the members of her family 
heartfelt best wishes for her safe and expeditious return.