81R9033 BGU-D
 
  By: Hughes H.R. No. 657
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Chris Banks of the Mineola Volunteer Fire Department
  has deservedly been honored for his commitment and courage as the
  recipient of the East Texas Heroes Award; and
         WHEREAS, The award, which pays tribute to first responders
  and is sponsored by Tyler radio station 104.1, was presented to
  Mr. Banks at a December 2008 banquet at Tyler Junior College; and
         WHEREAS, Chris Banks has earned the gratitude and admiration
  of his fellow citizens for his selfless dedication to the safety and
  well-being of his community, and it is indeed a pleasure to join in
  honoring this public-spirited Texan; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Chris Banks on his receipt of the
  East Texas Heroes Award and extend to him sincere best wishes for
  continued success and happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Banks as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.