SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 502

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Esteban Guillen for his heroic action in coming to the 
assistance of a critically injured man on September 19, 2002; and
	WHEREAS, A member of the Webelos II Scouts, 10-year-old 
Esteban was walking to school with his sister, Eliana, when they 
noticed a man lying motionless on the sidewalk in front of his 
home; approaching the scene, Esteban observed that the man, who 
had fallen from a 24-foot ladder, was bleeding and had sustained 
massive head injuries and broken bones; and
	WHEREAS, Esteban quickly assessed the situation and called 
upon neighbors to call 911, but the neighbors ignored his 
request; Esteban then attempted to flag down cars, but the 
drivers also ignored him; he finally gained the attention of 
another neighbor, who called for emergency assistance; and
	WHEREAS, Esteban remained with the injured man until help 
arrived, and he described the circumstances to Captain Ed Stone, 
the officer in charge of the situation from the Grapevine Fire 
and Rescue Department; and
	WHEREAS, This young man's actions were thorough and 
complete and carried out in an appropriate manner; as a result
of his concern and quick response, Esteban orchestrated an 
extraordinarily smooth rescue effort of the injured man, 
allowing him every possible chance for recovery; and
	WHEREAS, Esteban's actions reflect his courage and strong 
moral fiber, and his family, friends, and the people of Grapevine 
proudly salute him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby commend Esteban Guillen for his bravery 
and tenacity in coming to the aid of a fellowman and in facing an 
extraordinarily difficult situation; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
                                                                          Brimer




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 2, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate