81R25703(24) JNC-D
By: Crabb H.R. No. 1452
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of the Combined Law Enforcement
Associations of Texas are holding their 12th biennial Texas Peace
Officers' Memorial Ceremony on May 4, 2009, and this solemn event
provides a fitting opportunity to honor those heroic public
servants who placed themselves in harm's way to safeguard the lives
and property of their fellow Texans; and
WHEREAS, Citizens throughout the state appreciate the brave
officers who, by their selfless dedication to the public welfare,
enable us to enjoy the benefits of a peaceful and orderly society;
and
WHEREAS, These men and women willingly risk their lives each
day in order to investigate crimes and to patrol our roadways,
communities, prisons, parks, and borderlands; moreover, they
respond in times of crisis, and they also work to educate the public
about crime prevention, adherence to the law, and safety awareness;
and
WHEREAS, Deputy Constable Jason Patrick Norling of the Harris
County Constable's Office exemplified in his professional conduct
the virtues of courage, dedication, and fortitude throughout his
eight years of service with the department; and
WHEREAS, On October 1, 2007, Jason Patrick Norling was killed
in the line of duty, and his untimely death represents a tragic loss
to his family, to his fellow officers, and to the entire community;
and
WHEREAS, The heroism of Jason Patrick Norling has earned this
esteemed Texan our deepest gratitude, which the passage of time can
never diminish; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Deputy Constable
Jason Patrick Norling of the Harris County Constable's Office and
extend deepest sympathy to his loved ones; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Jason
Patrick Norling.