SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 431
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Sergeant Robert "Bobby" Weist, who has been selected
for the Employee Spotlight of January 2019 by the Texas Alcoholic
Beverage Commission; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Weist is being honored for his
participation in a wide range of projects that have benefited the
people of El Paso and West Texas; and
WHEREAS, He played an important role in the success of the
1st Annual Holiday Harvest Food Drive at the El Pasoans Fighting
Hunger Food Bank, during which he helped to collect, package, and
distribute hundreds of pounds of food for underprivileged area
families; and
WHEREAS, An unwavering supporter of the nation's military
veterans, Sergeant Weist has been active in the Honor Flight
program, which flies combat veterans to Washington, D.C., to
visit the capital city's war memorials; he brought together his
fellow law enforcement officers from agencies across the area and
organized one of the most impressive Honor Flight motorcades in
history and served as a guardian on the flight; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary peace officer, Sergeant Weist is
dedicated to making a difference in his community, and it is
truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his many
contributions to the people of El Paso and the West Texas area;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend Sergeant Robert Weist on his
commitment to serving his fellow Texans and extend
congratulations to him on being named for the Employee Spotlight
of January 2019; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
RodrÃguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 19, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate