SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 669

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Catholic War Veterans Post 1805 in Austin on the occasion of its 60th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America was incorporated on May 19, 1935; it was officially recognized by the Veterans Administration in 1940, and it received a congressional charter in 1984; and

WHEREAS, Catholic War Veterans Post 1805 was established at San Jose Catholic Church in 1957 by several veterans and by Joe Moreno Uriegas, who served in World War II as a member of the 188th Field Artillery Battalion; the post's first chaplain was Colonel Joseph Kmiecik, with whom Mr. Uriegas had served in the military; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, Post 1805 has sponsored countless fund-raising events that have benefited the community; a major focus of its efforts has been the provision of college scholarships to deserving students; and

WHEREAS, Catholic War Veterans Post 1805 has been a valuable part of the fabric of life in Austin since its founding, and it is truly fitting that all associated with the post receive special recognition on the occasion of this milestone in the post's history; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend the members of Catholic War Veterans Post 1805 on their commitment to helping veterans and to public service and extend to all best wishes for a memorable 60th anniversary celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the post as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 24, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate