H.R. No. 468
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who
have died in our nation's service, and on this day, we pause to pay
tribute to these fallen heroes and to honor the men and women who
have served and who are presently serving in the United States armed
forces; and
WHEREAS, The toll of war has been a heavy one: more than a
half-million U.S. military personnel have died in battle, and
approximately 1.5 million have been wounded; thousands more have
endured extreme privation as prisoners of war, and still other
thousands have been listed as missing in action; and
WHEREAS, In communities across the country, monuments have
been erected in tribute to those who have risked all in defiance of
tyranny and in their country's defense, and these memorials are the
physical representation of the gratitude that all Americans should
carry in their hearts for these brave individuals; and
WHEREAS, With U.S. troops today engaged in difficult
operations overseas, endeavoring to secure peace and stability in
dangerous environments, Memorial Day ceremonies once again
resonate with profound meaning, and it is a privilege to join with
citizens throughout the nation in paying homage to the immeasurable
courage, commitment, and sacrifice of this country's military
personnel; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Memorial Day 2011 in solemn
commemoration of those who have died and in sincere appreciation
for the contributions of all of this country's servicemen and
servicewomen.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 468 was adopted by the House on March
3, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House