83R8808 LB-D
By: Springer H.R. No. 787
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Each year, Gainesville hosts the nation's Medal of
Honor recipients in an event designed to recognize and thank those
courageous Americans who have served so valiantly in the United
States armed forces; and
WHEREAS, Established in 2001 with a goal of providing local
residents a personal connection with American history, the
military, and veterans, Gainesville's Medal of Honor Host City
Program pays tribute to those who have achieved the highest
military distinction in the country; Gainesville citizens join
together to fund the travel costs and expenses and to welcome their
guests during several days of events; and
WHEREAS, This program provides a unique opportunity for
Gainesville residents of all ages to meet and talk to national
heroes and to draw inspiration from their motivating acts of
patriotism; the only such event of its kind in the nation, the Medal
of Honor Host City Program encourages people to come back to
Gainesville year after year and continues to grow as new medal
recipients are invited; because of this and other displays of
national pride, USA Today and Rand McNally recognized Gainesville
as the most patriotic small town in the United States; and
WHEREAS, From April 10 to April 13, 2013, Gainesville
residents are again volunteering their time and resources to
demonstrate their deep appreciation for those brave service members
who have gone above and beyond the call of duty, and this excellent
example of patriotism is truly deserving of the highest praise;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Gainesville on its outstanding Medal of
Honor Host City Program and extend to all those associated with the
program sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the city of Gainesville as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.