SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 149
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Lance Corporal Justin Rokohl for his service to our
nation in Afghanistan and for his courage in overcoming severe
injuries that has set an enduring example for others to follow;
and
WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Rokohl is a 2005 graduate of Orange
Grove High School, where he was an active participant in numerous
competitive sports; he answered the call to service and joined
the United States Marine Corps shortly after his graduation; and
WHEREAS, While serving our nation in Afghanistan, Lance
Corporal Rokohl was severely injured when an improvised
explosive device blew up the vehicle carrying him and three
fellow Marines; thrown 90 feet into the air, he suffered multiple
injuries, including eight broken vertebrae; and
WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Rokohl survived eight hours of
emergency surgery, during which doctors amputated both of his
legs in order to save his life; refusing to give in to his
injuries, he fought back, and within five months was again
competing in Texas rodeos as a team roper; and
WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Rokohl embodies the valor and
dedication to freedom that the members of the United States
Marine Corps have shown on behalf of our nation and its
democratic ideals, and his bravery and perseverance have set a
sterling example for all; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Lance Corporal Justin Rokohl on his
courage in the face of adversity and extend to him sincere
gratitude for his service to our nation and best wishes for
continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa, Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 9, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate