SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 793
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
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 a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the Hardin County Angels of Care as an expression of high regard
from the Texas Senate.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 16, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate