Honoring school bus driver Margaret Bloomfield of Austin for coming to the aid of an injured man.
The resolution not only recognizes the bravery and commitment of school bus drivers but also emphasizes the critical role they play in ensuring the safety of the children they transport. It highlights how everyday individuals can rise to extraordinary circumstances, showcasing model community behavior—an example that can inspire others to act in similar situations. Such recognitions can boost morale among public servants and create a culture that values and honors acts of kindness and quick decision-making in emergencies.
House Resolution 992, introduced by Representative Bolton, honors school bus driver Margaret Bloomfield for her heroic actions in saving the life of an injured man along her route. On January 30, 2009, while performing her daily duties, Bloomfield encountered an overturned golf cart and an injured individual, Norman Birrell. Instead of proceeding with her route, she demonstrated remarkable compassion and quick thinking by stopping the bus, calling for help, and providing comfort to Mr. Birrell until emergency services arrived.
While House Resolution 992 predominantly carries a positive message, points of contention may arise from discussions concerning the allocation of recognition among various public service sectors. Some may argue that other first responders, such as firefighters and paramedics, also deserve recognition for their daily sacrifices and merits, and may advocate for policies that broaden this scope of commendation to include all public safety personnel. Nevertheless, this resolution stands as a focused tribute to a singular act of heroism, intended to inspire, rather than create division.