H.R. No. 842
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Kayla Marie Atkinson of Livingston inspired many
people with her sincere tribute to the peace officers of Polk County
on February 6, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Although she is only nine years old, Kayla has
demonstrated exceptional compassion for the men and women who work
to keep her community safe; inspired by a YouTube video titled "Dear
Officer, I See You," she decided to cut construction paper into
heart shapes, write messages of thanks and encouragement on each,
and present them to officers at the Polk County Sheriff's
Department; and
WHEREAS, Livingston Police Chief Dennis Clifton, Polk County
Sheriff Ken Hammack, and officers, detectives, constables, and game
wardens from across the area were present to receive Kayla's sweet
handiwork; and
WHEREAS, Through her creativity and generosity, Kayla
Atkinson brought good cheer to local law enforcement officers, and
in so doing, she has touched the lives of many and set an example of
kindness and appreciation to which people of all ages may aspire;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Kayla Marie Atkinson for her
thoughtful deed and extend to her sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Kayla as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
White of Tyler
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 842 was adopted by the House on March
12, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House