SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1034

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Sergeant Trey Tomlin for his exemplary service to his country as a member of the United States Army; and

WHEREAS, Trey Tomlin served the nation with distinction as a sergeant with the famed 101st Airborne Division; he served two 15-month deployments, one in Iraq and another in Afghanistan; and

WHEREAS, On November 13, 2010, he was severely injured in the line of duty when an improvised explosive device detonated in his path; despite his wounds, he directed his squad members to spread out, and he was able to lead his squad through dangerous territory to safety; and

WHEREAS, Today, Trey is a resident of The Woodlands and is serving his community in a variety of ways; he has inspired many people with the speeches he has given that tell the story of his tours and of his service alongside his comrades on behalf of the country's safety and security; and

WHEREAS, A true American hero, Trey has joined those men and women whose courageous actions have set a lasting standard for others to follow and whose selfless patriotism and intrepidness are deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Sergeant Trey Tomlin on his bravery and his exemplary service to the nation as a member of the 101st Airborne Division and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further

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

Williams

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 22, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate