SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 56
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize retired United States Army Staff Sergeant John Garza
for his service to this country; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Garza is a native of Brownsville and a
current resident of McAllen; he was drafted into the army in June
of 1968 and served one tour of duty in the Republic of Vietnam; he
also served in Operation Desert Storm; and
WHEREAS, For his distinguished service, this honorable
veteran has received the Army Commendation Medal, which was given
for his outstanding achievement against hostile forces in the
Republic of Vietnam, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the Texas
Faithful Service Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, and many
other decorations; and
WHEREAS, A man of steadfast loyalty and bravery, Sergeant
Garza served his country with distinction, and his sacrifices on
behalf of all Americans are indeed deserving of the gratitude of
its citizens; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor retired
United States Army Staff Sergeant John Garza for his dedicated
service and extend to him sincere best wishes for all his future
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
Sergeant Garza as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 12, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate