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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 660
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Matthew Keil for his exemplary service to the nation as |
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a member of the United States Army; and |
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WHEREAS, Matthew Keil enlisted in the United States Army |
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immediately following his high school graduation in 2000, |
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joining the long tradition of those who have bravely and |
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selflessly served their country and its democratic ideals; and |
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WHEREAS, While serving as infantry squad leader during his |
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second tour of duty in Iraq, Staff Sergeant Keil was struck by |
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sniper fire, resulting in severe damage to his spinal cord; over |
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the course of his seven-year military career, he earned numerous |
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medals and commendations, including two Bronze Stars and two |
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Purple Hearts; and |
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WHEREAS, Our state and nation are fortunate to have young |
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men and women whose love of country compels them to take up |
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military service, and it is truly fitting that Matthew Keil be |
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recognized for his service and sacrifice; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd |
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Legislature, hereby commend Matthew Keil on his courage and |
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devotion to duty as a member of the United States Army and extend |
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to him best wishes for success in all his future endeavors; and, |
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be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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him as an expression of gratitude and esteem from the Texas |
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Senate. |
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Seliger |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on March 29, 2011. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |