85R28462 BK-D
By: White H.R. No. 2071
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Hardin County Angels of Care, a nonprofit
organization in Lumberton, will host its second annual Back the
Badge luncheon at the Lumberton Dome on July 19, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Formed in 2009 by executive director Faye Alston and
a group of like-minded individuals, the Hardin County Angels of
Care is committed to helping area children who have medical needs by
offsetting expenses, including medical equipment, surgeries, and
travel and hotel costs associated with their treatment; in 2016,
the organization added to its mission of service by holding its
first free luncheon for members of law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, The Back the Badge event provides the community with
a way to give thanks to and show support for police officers, fire
personnel, emergency medical responders, dispatchers, district and
county attorneys, game wardens, and others who dedicate their
careers to public service and safety; and
WHEREAS, By promoting peace, keeping offenders off the
streets, or putting themselves in harm's way to save lives, these
dedicated individuals demonstrate the meaning of heroism, and they
are indeed deserving of their fellow citizens' profound respect and
gratitude; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize July 19, 2017, as Back the Badge Day in
Hardin County and honor the first responders and public service
personnel of Hardin County for their vital work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Hardin County Angels of Care as an expression of
high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.