SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 136

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Patrolman Oscar Garcia, Jr., of the Karnes City Police 
Department, for saving the life of a nine-month-old infant; and

	WHEREAS, Patrolman Garcia responded to an emergency call 
regarding a child on January 24, 2003; upon arriving at the 
family's home, he found a baby boy who was not breathing and was 
blue in color; and

	WHEREAS, Patrolman Garcia quickly administered 
cardiopulmonary resuscitation until the infant was able to 
breathe on his own and oversaw the infant's needs until the 
Emergency Medical Services team arrived to take over the child's 
medical care; and

	WHEREAS, The citizens of Karnes City are indeed fortunate 
to have Patrolman Garcia as a member of their police department; 
an exemplary public servant, he carries out his responsibilities 
with exceptional skill and courage; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby join the Karnes City Police Department 
in commending Patrolman Oscar Garcia, Jr., for his competence 
and his lifesaving action in this emergency situation and extend 
appreciation to him for his dedication to his work and to his 
profession; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                       Zaffirini




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 11, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate