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79R17889 MMS-D
By: Corte H.R. No. 1885
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, On this day, the Texas House of Representatives
pauses to honor those whose patriotism has called them to duty in
our nation's armed forces, and we also join together in solemn
remembrance of those Texans who have been killed while serving in
the Global War on Terrorism; and
WHEREAS, Texas servicemen and servicewomen have long
distinguished themselves as individuals of remarkable courage,
dedication, and determination, and today we are proud to honor all
the men and women from our state who have ever left behind their
loved ones and the comfort and security of their homes to heed our
country's call to arms; and
WHEREAS, During these difficult times, as U.S. forces
continue to prosecute the Global War on Terrorism, we are reminded
anew of the tenacious resolve of our military personnel and the
immeasurable debt that we owe to those who have given their lives in
this country's behalf; to date, the United States Department of
Defense has confirmed the deaths of more than 1,500 American men and
women who have served in this war, including at least 150
individuals with immediate ties to Texas; and
WHEREAS, Our state and nation are fortunate to have sons and
daughters whose love of country leads them to military service, yet
the deaths of these heroic Texans is a sobering reminder that armed
conflict is not without great and terrible cost; their deaths
represent a tremendous loss to their families and friends, the
members of their units, and the State of Texas, and their sacrifice
in the service of our nation will not soon be forgotten; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby pay special tribute to the memory of those
Texans who have died while serving in the Global War on Terrorism
and honor with gratitude their selfless and steadfast valor; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas House of Representatives express its
heartfelt appreciation to all the brave men and women who have ever
served in the United States armed forces.