84R26165(31) KSM-D
 
  By: Springer H.R. No. 2596
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Trooper Fred Heard is among the Texas Department of
  Public Safety personnel from House District 68 who have rendered
  outstanding service at the Texas-Mexico border; and
         WHEREAS, Through his dedicated contributions to Operation
  Strong Safety, Trooper Heard has helped to maintain border security
  in the Rio Grande Valley and to reduce crime in the region; and
         WHEREAS, Leaving his family and community behind for extended
  periods of time to fulfill his duties in this vital mission, Trooper
  Heard has willingly placed himself in harm's way to safeguard the
  lives and property of his fellow citizens, and he is truly deserving
  of our gratitude and praise; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
  Legislature hereby commend Texas Department of Public Safety
  Trooper Fred Heard for his valorous efforts at the Texas-Mexico
  border as part of Operation Strong Safety and extend to him sincere
  appreciation for his admirable public service; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Trooper Heard as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives.