H.R. No. 657
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Chris Banks of the Mineola Volunteer Fire Department
has deservedly been honored for his commitment and courage as the
recipient of the East Texas Heroes Award; and
WHEREAS, The award, which pays tribute to first responders
and is sponsored by Tyler radio station 104.1, was presented to
Mr. Banks at a December 2008 banquet at Tyler Junior College; and
WHEREAS, Chris Banks has earned the gratitude and admiration
of his fellow citizens for his selfless dedication to the safety and
well-being of his community, and it is indeed a pleasure to join in
honoring this public-spirited Texan; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Chris Banks on his receipt of the
East Texas Heroes Award and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued success and happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Banks as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Hughes
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 657 was adopted by the House on March
12, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House