H.R. No. 1326R 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, Motor Officer James Granvil O'Brien of the Temple Police Department exemplified in his personal and professional conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and unwavering dedication; and WHEREAS, Throughout his 15 years and nine months on the force, his 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 November 21, 2003, his untimely death was a tragic loss to his family, to his fellow peace officers, and to the entire community; and WHEREAS, His 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 Motor Officer James Granvil O'Brien of the Temple Police Department and extend deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and fellow officers; 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 the memory of Motor Officer James Granvil O'Brien. Flores ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1326 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 27, 2005. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House