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H.C.R. No. 286
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, A courageous young Texan who demonstrated
unflinching bravery and a resolute commitment to fulfilling his
oath, regardless of personal consequences, has returned from the
battlefield; and
WHEREAS, Marine Corporal Manuel Espinoza, Jr., embarked from
his military base in support of our nation's campaign to liberate
Iraqi citizens from repression; this courageous soldier was
seriously wounded while fighting near the southeastern Iraqi city
of Nasiriyah; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Espinoza joined the marines shortly after
graduating from Weslaco High School in 2000 and was stationed at
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, before being deployed to the Persian
Gulf; he has now returned to this country, where his wounds will
heal and scars will fade, but the dedication he demonstrated to his
homeland will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, The sacrifices made by Corporal Espinoza and his
fellow soldiers while serving their nation in Iraq have earned the
heartfelt gratitude of all Americans, who join his parents, Martha
and Manuel Espinoza, Sr., his sister, Sandra Lara, and the members
of this body in applauding his safe return; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby honor Marine Corporal Manuel Espinoza, Jr., for his heroic
service in Operation Iraqi Freedom and extend to him sincere
gratitude for his valiant efforts and best wishes for his recovery;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Corporal Espinoza as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.
Wise
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 286 was adopted by the House on June
1, 2003, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 286 was adopted by the Senate on
June 1, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor