79R12618(9) SKA-D By: Flores H.R. No. 1310R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the fine men and women in the law enforcement profession who, by their selfless dedication to the public welfare, have enabled us to enjoy the benefits of a peaceful and orderly society; and WHEREAS, These gallant individuals willingly risk their lives each day in order to ensure domestic tranquility and protect the lives of others, earning the respect and admiration of their peers and the greater community; and WHEREAS, Officer Amy Lynn Donovan of the Austin Police Department exemplified in her personal and professional conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and unwavering dedication; and WHEREAS, Throughout her four months and 18 days on the force, her record was one of meritorious service, loyalty, personal bravery, and self-sacrifice consistent with the high ideals of the law enforcement profession; and WHEREAS, Killed in the line of duty on October 31, 2004, her untimely death was a tragic loss to her family, to her fellow peace officers, and to the entire community; and WHEREAS, Her legacy of heroic dedication and self-sacrifice will endure and continue to be a source of inspiration to those who follow in a difficult but essential profession; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Officer Amy Lynn Donovan of the Austin Police Department and extend deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and fellow officers; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the members of her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in the memory of Officer Amy Lynn Donovan.