H.R. No. 2105
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, U.S. Army Private Heather Row has successfully
completed her first year as a member of the nation's armed forces;
and
WHEREAS, This patriotic 19-year-old knew that she wanted to
serve in the military after witnessing the tragic events of 9/11 on
television while she was in the fourth grade; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Row eventually fulfilled that goal by enlisting
in the U.S. Army and went on to receive basic training at Fort
Leonard Wood, Missouri, where she learned to love the discipline
and commitment that military life involves; and
WHEREAS, Private Row is currently on medical leave as she
recovers from knee surgery, but hopes to return to her unit soon;
following her military service, she plans to apply to the Federal
Bureau of Investigation; and
WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Private Row enjoys the love
and support of her parents, Shelley and Duane Row, and her brother,
Ryan; and
WHEREAS, There is no higher calling than a young American's
desire to serve her country, and with her decision, Heather Row has
demonstrated courage, dedication, and devotion to duty; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Private Heather Row for her desire to
serve her nation and extend to her sincere best wishes for a full
recovery and a quick return to duty; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Private Row as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Carter
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2105 was adopted by the House on May
26, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House