84R26165(25) KSM-D
By: Springer H.R. No. 2602
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Senior Trooper Russell Conkling is among the Texas
Department of Public Safety personnel from House District 68 who
have rendered outstanding service at the Texas-Mexico border; and
WHEREAS, Through his dedicated contributions to Operation
Strong Safety, Senior Trooper Conkling has helped to maintain
border security in the Rio Grande Valley and to reduce crime in the
region; and
WHEREAS, Leaving his family and community behind for extended
periods of time to fulfill his duties in this vital mission, Senior
Trooper Conkling has willingly placed himself in harm's way to
safeguard the lives and property of his fellow citizens, and he is
truly deserving of our gratitude and praise; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Texas Department of Public Safety Senior
Trooper Russell Conkling for his valorous efforts at the
Texas-Mexico border as part of Operation Strong Safety and extend
to him sincere appreciation for his admirable public service; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Senior Trooper Conkling as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.