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                                                                  H.R. No. 1196



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Brian Evans of Austin, who has served his country 
with distinction in Iraq, is a source of great pride to all who know 
him; and
	WHEREAS, A member of the Motor Transport Division Marine Wing 
Support Squadron 272 based out of New River, North Carolina, Lance 
Corporal Evans led convoys into Turkey, Kuwait, Jordan, Baghdad, 
and Fallujah, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his mission 
throughout his time overseas; and
	WHEREAS, This proud recipient of the Eagle Scout Award joined 
the Marine Corps soon after his 2003 graduation from Anderson High 
School; Lance Corporal Evans received training in mobile mechanics 
and motor transport at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and his hard 
work and dedication earned him the Marine of the Month award in May 
2004; currently enjoying a brief stay back in the states, he is 
scheduled to be redeployed to Iraq in August 2005; and
	WHEREAS, Americans owe a profound debt of gratitude to Lance 
Corporal Evans and to all of the country's military personnel, for 
they are called on to bear great, often unimaginable, burdens, and 
they render service and sacrifice that is truly beyond measure; and
	WHEREAS, Through his unfaltering devotion to duty, honor, and 
this nation, Brian Evans embodies the highest ideals of the United 
States armed forces, and it is indeed a privilege to join in 
welcoming him home; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Brian Evans for his exemplary commitment 
to his family, his community, and his nation, and extend to him 
heartfelt best wishes for success and happiness in the coming 
years; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for United States Marine Lance Corporal Evans as an 
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Baxter

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 1196 was adopted by the House on April 
29, 2005, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House