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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Sons of the Flag in Dallas has supported those |
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impacted by burn injuries, their families, and the medical |
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personnel dedicated to their treatment for more than 13 years; and |
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WHEREAS, Established in 2012 by Purple Heart recipient and |
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former Navy SEAL Ryan "Birdman" Parrott, Sons of the Flag is a |
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nonprofit organization that assists veteran, first responder, and |
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civilian burn survivors by providing funding for research, |
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fellowships, and support systems; over the years, the group has |
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evolved from a statewide mission into a national effort; and |
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WHEREAS, Sons of the Flag has funded fellowships at leading |
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hospitals across the country, directly increasing the number of |
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accredited burn surgeons; it also contributes to innovative |
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breakthroughs in technologies and surgical procedures, including |
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the shortwave infrared camera, which is used as an advanced and |
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efficient method of triage; and |
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WHEREAS, The group offers personalized assistance to |
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survivors and their families, providing them with medical supplies |
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and necessities, expense relief, and access to such resources as a |
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pediatric support program; in addition, the organization advocates |
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in behalf of these individuals to raise public awareness about the |
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life-altering effects of burn injuries; and |
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WHEREAS, Since its inception, Sons of the Flag has improved |
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the quality of life for countless people affected by burn injuries, |
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and the organization is indeed deserving of recognition for its |
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outstanding contributions; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature |
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hereby honor Sons of the Flag for its service to burn survivors and |
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extend to all those associated with the organization sincere best |
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wishes for continued success with their vital work; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas |
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Senate. |