Texas Senate Bill SCR28

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Caption

Paying tribute to Walter Joseph Marm Jr. on the occasion of the 2019 Medal of Honor Host City Weekend in Gainesville.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes the importance of honoring military service members and promotes a sense of gratitude and respect within the state. By recognizing individuals like Marm, the bill encourages public awareness of military heroism and the sacrifices made by servicemen and women. Such commemorations can foster community spirit and support for veterans and their families, thereby enhancing civic engagement in veteran affairs.

Summary

SCR28 is a concurrent resolution that pays tribute to Walter Joseph Marm Jr., acknowledging his exemplary military service during the Vietnam War. Marm, a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, is recognized for his extraordinary valor, which earned him the Medal of Honor. The resolution highlights the significance of the 2019 Medal of Honor Host City Weekend event in Gainesville, Texas, established to honor Medal of Honor recipients and community engagement in supporting their recognition through fund-raising activities.

Contention

Although SCR28 serves a ceremonial purpose and does not amend existing laws or policies, it represents a collective acknowledgment of veteran contributions and valor in military history. As a concurrent resolution, it brings attention to the necessary discussions surrounding how societies celebrate and remember their heroes, sparking dialogue about further support for veterans while ensuring that their sacrifices are not forgotten.