89R11742 TBO-D
By: Tinderholt H.R. No. 565
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington is
opening on March 25, 2025, providing a welcome opportunity to
recognize those outstanding Texans who have served our nation with
distinction; and
WHEREAS, The highest military decoration of the United States
Armed Forces, the Medal of Honor is awarded to American soldiers,
sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast guardsmen who have
distinguished themselves by acts of valor, conspicuous gallantry,
and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of
duty; and
WHEREAS, Established under President Lincoln during the
Civil War, the Medal of Honor was first awarded more than 160 years
ago on March 25, 1863; since that time, an estimated 40 million men
and women have served in the United States Armed Forces, and fewer
than 4,000 have received this prestigious accolade; and
WHEREAS, Today, there are 61 living recipients of the Medal
of Honor across the United States, and the nine recipients who call
Texas home are Patrick Brady, Florent Groberg, Sal Giunta, Michael
Thornton, Jose Rodela, Ty Carter, James Fleming, Dakota Meyer, and
Robert O'Malley; these loyal patriots served their country in times
of need, and they have each demonstrated extraordinary bravery and
a steadfast commitment to defending our nation; and
WHEREAS, The opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum in
Arlington coincides with National Medal of Honor Day; visitors to
the museum will have the opportunity to learn about the history and
significance of the award while gaining insight into the
achievements of recipients; and
WHEREAS, Medal of Honor recipients have set an exceptional
example of courage and selfless service, and the National Medal of
Honor Museum is a fitting tribute to their inspiring legacy; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the opening of the National Medal of
Honor Museum in Arlington and extend to the Medal of Honor
recipients in Texas sincere gratitude for their heroic service;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington as an
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.