SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 659

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Nicholas Orchowski for his exemplary service to the nation as a member of the United States Army; and

WHEREAS, Nicholas Orchowski followed in the footsteps of his father when he chose military service and enlisted in the United States Army in April of 2003; he joined the long tradition of those who have bravely and selflessly served their country and its democratic ideals; and

WHEREAS, He was assigned to serve as a military police officer and to help train the Iraqi police to assist in the establishment of the new government of their nation; while he was taking part in a security mission, the convoy in which he was riding was attacked by enemy forces, and Corporal Orchowski sustained serious spinal injuries; and

WHEREAS, Our state and nation are fortunate to have young men and women whose love of country compels them to take up military service, and it is truly fitting that Nicholas Orchowski be recognized for his service and sacrifice; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Nicholas Orchowski on his courage and devotion to duty as a member of the United States Army and extend to him best wishes for success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of gratitude and esteem from the Texas Senate.

Seliger

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 29, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate