SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 446

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Chief Warrant Officer Dale Luke Smiley, who is retiring from the United States Navy after more than 23 years of distinguished service; and

WHEREAS, The men and women of America's armed forces work daily to ensure the peace and prosperity of the nation, and Chief Warrant Officer Smiley has carried out his duties with the utmost care and courage; and

WHEREAS, This native Texas son has served with the Naval Special Warfare Group 10, and he is being honored with a retirement ceremony on May 29, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Through his unwavering commitment to duty, Chief Warrant Officer Smiley has embodied the highest ideals of the armed services, and his patriotism has been inspirational to others; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Chief Warrant Officer Dale Luke Smiley for his years of outstanding service to the nation and extend to him best wishes for the future; and, be it further

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

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 30, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate