SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 320
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join
the citizens of Arlington and Texans throughout the state in
celebrating the grand opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum
in Arlington on March 25, 2025; and
WHEREAS, The highest military decoration awarded by the
United States Armed Forces, the Medal of Honor is bestowed upon
American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast
guardsmen who have distinguished themselves for acts of valor,
conspicuous gallantry, and intrepidity at the risk of life above
and beyond the call of duty; and
WHEREAS, The Medal of Honor was established under President
Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War and was first awarded 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
currently reside in Texas 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 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 valorous achievements of medal recipients; and
WHEREAS, Those who have been awarded the Medal of Honor
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the opening of the National
Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington and extend to Medal of Honor
recipients in Texas sincere gratitude for their heroic service;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the museum as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 25, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate