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79R4711 JTR-D

By:  Phillips                                                     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.