SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 214

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Brazoria County Cavalry on the occasion of its fifth anniversary, on January 28, 2013; and

WHEREAS, The Brazoria County Cavalry is a special group of motorcyclists and patriots who dedicate their time to honoring the courageous men and women of Brazoria County who wear a uniform; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding on January 28, 2008, the Brazoria County Cavalry has spent countless hours paying tribute to Brazoria County residents who serve in the military and in the county's law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and emergency medical services divisions; and

WHEREAS, The cavalry honors these heroes in times of sorrow or celebration and participates in the annual Veterans Day Parade; its members also provide Christmas gifts to low-income children and help with the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Bell Ringing campaign; and

WHEREAS, The cavalry has honored over 800 heroes, and its members are noted for reaching out in a variety of ways to help fulfill the needs of area citizens; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Brazoria County Cavalry for their tributes to those in uniform and for their invaluable volunteerism in their community and extend congratulations to the organization on the occasion of its fifth anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the Brazoria County Cavalry as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Huffman

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 18, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate