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Regular Session, 2012
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 139
BY REPRESENTATIVE KATRINA JACKSON
COMMENDATIONS: Commends LTC Garry Hines of Monroe upon his retirement from
the U.S. Army Reserves
A RESOLUTION1
To commend Lieutenant Colonel Garry Hines of Monroe upon his retirement from the2
United States Army Reserves.3
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to commend Lieutenant Colonel Garry Hines upon his4
retirement from the United States Army Reserves in June of 2012; and5
WHEREAS, the son of Curtis Junior Hines, Sr., and Ila Jackson of Fort Walton6
Beach, Florida, where he was born and raised, Garry Hines moved to Monroe, Louisiana,7
in 1975 to attend the University of Louisiana at Monroe on scholarship; and8
WHEREAS, in 1984, Lieutenant Colonel Hines graduated with a bachelor of arts9
degree in health and physical education with a minor in social studies; and10
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Hines made Louisiana his home, serving with great11
dedication, productivity, and effectiveness as an educator and coach in the Morehouse Parish12
School System and the School District of Monroe; and13
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Hines is married to Karen Collins Hines, is the14
father of Garrett Hines, and is a member of the Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Monroe; and15
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Hines continues to educate and train young people16
in athletics as a certified personal trainer, and he aspires to share his knowledge and passion17
for fitness as the owner of his own fitness center; and18
WHEREAS, the success of the state of Louisiana, the strength of its communities,19
and the overall vitality of American society depend, in great measure, upon citizens like20 HLS 12RS-4850 ORIGINAL
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Lieutenant Colonel Hines , who serves as an inspiration to others because of his integrity and1
strength of character; and 2
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Garry Hines merits a special measure of3
commendation for the tremendous pride and honor he brings to his family and friends, the4
city of Monroe, the state of Louisiana, and the United States of America.5
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the6
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Lieutenant Colonel Garry Hines of Monroe7
upon his retirement from the United States Army Reserves, does hereby express enduring8
appreciation for his extraordinary contributions to his community, state, and nation, and does9
hereby extend best wishes for continued success and happiness in his future endeavors.10
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted11
to Lieutenant Colonel Garry Hines.12
DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part
of the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute
part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Katrina Jackson HR No. 139
Commends LTC Garry Hines of Monroe upon his retirement from the U.S. Army Reserves.