H.R. No. 2057
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Area residents are gathering at Sugar Land Memorial
Park on Memorial Day 2011 to pay tribute to those who have given
their lives in service to the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, In a tradition dating back more than a century, the
last Monday in May of each year is set aside as a time to demonstrate
our respect and admiration for the United States armed forces and to
remember the legions of the fallen; this occasion resonates with
special meaning at a time when many of our sons and daughters and
husbands and wives are currently engaged in conflicts in distant
lands; countless servicemen and servicewomen have experienced the
loss of a fellow American firsthand, and all our service members and
their families understand the true meaning of sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, Our state and nation are fortunate to have many
individuals whose love of country leads them to military service,
and on Memorial Day communities encourage their citizens to show
their unwavering support; at its ceremony, the city of Sugar Land is
providing patriotic postcards on which participants can express
their good wishes to those serving around the world; and
WHEREAS, While the heroes who risk their lives defending our
freedom and values are constantly in the thoughts of the loved ones
who eagerly await their safe return, the observance of Memorial Day
represents a very special opportunity for all citizens to unite in a
spirit of gratitude and remembrance, solemnly reflecting on a debt
that can never be repaid; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 2011 Memorial Day ceremony in
Sugar Land and extend to all the members of the nation's armed
forces deep appreciation for their courageous efforts in our
country's behalf.
Reynolds
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2057 was adopted by the House on May
26, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House