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H.R. No. 483
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The death of Michael Tatar in Iraq on November 12,
2004, is a painful loss not only to his family and friends but also
to the many people here and abroad whose lives he touched; and
WHEREAS, An accomplished lawman, Mr. Tatar had extensive
experience with the Grayson County Sheriff's Office, achieving the
rank of captain and serving at various times as a SWAT team leader;
and
WHEREAS, Determined to put his skills to work in behalf of the
greater good, Mr. Tatar went to work with a private U.S. company
charged with the training of the newly created Iraqi police force;
and
WHEREAS, Well aware of the danger inherent in such an
enterprise, Mr. Tatar nevertheless believed strongly in his
responsibility to offer his aid, and his untimely passing is a
sobering reminder of the human cost of war to soldier and civilian
alike; and
WHEREAS, Although he is mourned by his fellow Texans, the
inspiring example of his courage will continue to shine brightly in
the hearts of all who knew him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Mike Tatar and extend
sincere sympathy to his family and many friends; 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 Michael
Tatar.
Phillips
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 483 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 23, 2005.
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Chief Clerk of the House