SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1003
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pride in
joining citizens across America in observing our national
holiday, Memorial Day, on Monday, May 25, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day
and was first observed on May 30, 1868, when flowers were placed
on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers; in 1968,
Congress designated the last Monday in May as Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, On Memorial Day, we pay homage to those who lost
their lives fighting for our nation, for it is due to their
courage and sacrifice that today our nation is free and
prosperous; and
WHEREAS, This special day is an opportunity for Americans
everywhere to express their heartfelt gratitude to the United
States veterans, both living and dead, for the valor and
dedication they have shown on behalf of our beloved country;
today, there are over 1.5 million veterans living in Texas and
deserving of our praise; and
WHEREAS, Those who died for their country in World War I,
World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War,
Operation Iraqi Freedom, and other conflicts have left behind
legacies of courage and devotion for generations of American
citizens, as well as memories that will be treasured forever in
the hearts and minds of all who knew them; and
WHEREAS, It is a grateful nation today that reflects upon
our American heritage and recognizes the extreme sacrifices made
by all who serve in the armed forces; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby express appreciation to all the brave men and
women who have served our great country and honor the memory of
those who died on its behalf; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of all who sacrificed their lives to protect our nation.
Van de Putte Van de Putte
Van de Putte
Averitt Harris Seliger Averitt Harris Seliger
Averitt Harris Seliger
Carona Hegar Shapiro Carona Hegar Shapiro
Carona Hegar Shapiro
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Deuell Huffman Uresti Deuell Huffman Uresti
Deuell Huffman Uresti
Duncan Jackson Watson Duncan Jackson Watson
Duncan Jackson Watson
Ellis Lucio Wentworth Ellis Lucio Wentworth
Ellis Lucio Wentworth
Eltife Nelson West Eltife Nelson West
Eltife Nelson West
Estes Nichols Whitmire Estes Nichols Whitmire
Estes Nichols Whitmire
Fraser Ogden Williams Fraser Ogden Williams
Fraser Ogden Williams
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 25, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
Van de Putte
Averitt Harris Seliger
Carona Hegar Shapiro
Davis Hinojosa Shapleigh
Deuell Huffman Uresti
Duncan Jackson Watson
Ellis Lucio Wentworth
Eltife Nelson West
Estes Nichols Whitmire
Fraser Ogden Williams
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini