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H.R. No. 436
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the fine men and
women of the law enforcement profession who, by their selfless
dedication to the public welfare, have enabled us to enjoy the
benefits of a peaceful and orderly society; and
WHEREAS, Seldom recognized by the public they so faithfully
serve, these gallant individuals willingly risk their lives each
day in order to ensure domestic tranquility and to protect the lives
and property of others; and
WHEREAS, Investigator H.O. Scott of the Harrison County
Sheriff's Office exemplified in his personal and professional
conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and unwavering
dedication to the duties of his office; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his seven years and 11 months on the
force, Investigator Scott demonstrated meritorious service,
loyalty, personal bravery, and self-sacrifice consistent with the
highest ideals of the law enforcement profession; and
WHEREAS, Investigator Scott was killed in the line of duty on
February 8, 2002, and his untimely death was a tragic loss to his
family, to his fellow peace officers, and to the entire community;
and
WHEREAS, While Investigator Scott is deeply missed, the
memory of his heroism will long endure and continue to be a source
of inspiration to those who follow in this difficult but essential
profession; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Investigator H.O.
Scott of the Harrison County Sheriff's Office and extend deepest
sympathy to his family, to his friends, and to his fellow peace
officers; 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
Investigator H.O. Scott.
Allen
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 436 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 10, 2003.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House