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79R11264 BJM-D

By:  Allen of Dallas                                              H.R. No. 1604


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Officer Bruce Seix of the Grand Prairie Police Department has risen above and beyond the call of duty, and his heroic actions indeed merit special legislative recognition; and WHEREAS, On June 18, 2004, Officer Seix and Sergeant Greg Hunter were involved in a shooting that left Sgt. Hunter and the assailant dead and Officer Seix critically wounded; and WHEREAS, In recognition of his valor on this occasion, as well as his exceptional tenure with the department, Officer Seix has been awarded a number of accolades, including the Police Shield, the Medal of Honor, and the Greater Dallas Crime Commission Officer of the Year award for 2004; and WHEREAS, This exemplary Texan has been a valuable member of the department since 1995 and has served with the TAC team and as a motorcycle officer, detective, and patrol officer; prior to his career in Grand Prairie, he worked as a jailer and peace officer with the Victoria County Sheriff's Office; and WHEREAS, Bruce Seix has distinguished himself as a police officer of unwavering courage, and it is most fitting to honor him for his heroism and his dedication to ensuring public safety; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby commend Bruce Seix on his outstanding record of service as a police officer and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Officer Seix as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.