H.C.R. No. 136
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, For well over a century, Americans have set aside a
time to honor those members of its military forces who have died in
this country's service; and
WHEREAS, Originally called Decoration Day, this special
remembrance was first observed in 1868, when flowers were placed on
the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers; by the end of the 19th
century, Memorial Day ceremonies were being held on May 30
throughout the nation, and in 1971 Congress designated the last
Monday in May as Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Legions of Americans have stepped forward to serve
their country in times of conflict, and more than a million have
made the ultimate sacrifice; they "gave the last full measure of
devotion" on their native soil, in foreign lands, and on seas around
the world; today, we pause to remember with fresh sorrow all Texans
who have been slain in combat as members of the United States
military, and we acknowledge the profound loss sustained by the
families they have left behind; and
WHEREAS, In memorial ceremonies around the nation, Americans
reflect gratefully on their heritage and recognize the extreme
sacrifices made by all who serve in the armed forces of this
country; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the 85th Texas Legislature, That the Senate and
House of Representatives of the State of Texas meet in a joint
memorial session in the Hall of the House of Representatives on
Saturday, May 27, 2017, at 10 a.m., for the Fallen Heroes Memorial
Service to pay tribute to all who have died in the service of this
country and to honor especially the patriotic sons and daughters of
the Lone Star State who have given their lives; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Honorable Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas,
all Texas state officials, and the family members of those killed in
the service of this country be, and hereby are, invited to attend
the joint memorial session; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That Memorial Day 2017 be commemorated and that the
contributions of all the men and women who have served our great
country be recognized.
Gutierrez
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 136 was adopted by the House on May
19, 2017, by the following vote: Yeas 141, Nays 0, 2 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 136 was adopted by the Senate on May
22, 2017, by the following vote: Yeas 31, Nays 0.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Date
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Secretary of State