88R27376 BK-D
By: Eckhardt S.R. No. 522
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dale W. Wilson demonstrated remarkable skill and
dedication when he came to the aid of a man suffering from a heart
attack on April 17, 2023; and
WHEREAS, A registered nurse, Mr. Wilson was off duty and
driving on Interstate 35 when he saw a truck swerve and collide with
the concrete barrier along the freeway; he quickly pulled over his
own vehicle and rushed to the scene of the accident, where he found
the driver slumped over in his seat; and
WHEREAS, After freeing the driver from the truck, Mr. Wilson
began performing CPR as he waited for emergency medical services to
arrive; he later learned that his swift action had saved the life of
the motorist, who had experienced a heart attack while driving; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wilson is a mental health nurse and the director
of quality management at Austin State Hospital, where he has been
employed for more than 15 years; his exceptional skills as a nurse
have been instrumental in improving patient outcomes and have
earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues; and
WHEREAS, In saving the life of a fellow citizen, Dale Wilson
drew upon his experience in nursing and demonstrated the
compassion, proficiency, and commitment to the well-being of others
for which those in his profession are known, and it is indeed
fitting that he be honored for his selfless act of heroism; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby commend Dale W. Wilson for his lifesaving actions on April
17, 2023, and recognize him for his exemplary contributions to
health care in his community; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Wilson as an expression of high regard by the Texas
Senate.