Bill Text: TX SR35 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Honoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting.

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 20-12)

Status: (Passed) 2011-01-19 - Printed in full [SR35 Detail]

Download: Texas-2011-SR35-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 35
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the nation
in mourning the six people tragically killed on January 8, 2011,
when a gunman unleashed a hail of bullets during a community
event held by United States Representative Gabrielle Giffords in
Tucson, Arizona; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Senate would like to
recognize and honor those victims and those who were wounded in
the shooting and express profound sympathy to their friends and
family, as well as pay tribute to those who helped to put an end
to the incident through their heroism; and
WHEREAS, The youngest victim, Christina Taylor Green, was
only nine years old and attending the rally because of her
budding interest in politics; and
WHEREAS, Dory Stoddard was a retired construction worker
and was trying to shield his wife when he was shot; as a result of
his selfless act, Mrs. Stoddard survived; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Morris was a retired secretary, and her
son spoke of her upbeat and helpful nature; she is survived by her
husband, George, who was also shot during the incident; and
WHEREAS, Gabe Zimmerman was the constituent services
representative for Congresswoman Giffords and was known for the
tremendous compassion and understanding he demonstrated for
others; and
WHEREAS, Judge John Roll was nominated by President
George H. W. Bush to the federal bench in 1991 and was elevated
to the position of chief judge in 2006; he is survived by his
wife, three sons, and five grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Phyllis Schneck is survived by three children,
seven grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter; her daughter
spoke of how she loved to laugh and talk with people; and
WHEREAS, President Obama is asking the American people to
come together as a nation and to keep the victims and their
families in their thoughts and prayers; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Senate are also deeply
concerned for those wounded in the shooting, including
Congresswoman Giffords, and wish them all a swift recovery; and
WHEREAS, In the wake of this great tragedy, a number of
heroes are deserving of special recognition for their courage and
determination; Patricia Maisch was able to wrest another gun clip
away from the shooter after he had been tackled by Roger
Salzgeber and Bill D. Badger; Joseph Zamudio also helped pin down
the assailant, and Daniel Hernandez, Jr., stayed with
Congresswoman Giffords after she was shot and kept her conscious
and talking; and
WHEREAS, This terrible event has stunned our nation, and
our hearts go out to those who were injured and to the loved ones
of those who were killed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to all the victims of the tragic
Arizona shooting and honor those brave individuals who stepped
forward to help their fellow Americans; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the victims and their families and that when the
Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Christina
Taylor Green, Dorothy Morris, Chief Judge John Roll, Phyllis
Schneck, Dory Stoddard, and Gabe Zimmerman.
West
Birdwell Harris Rodriguez
Carona Hegar Seliger
Davis Hinojosa Shapiro
Deuell Huffman Uresti
Duncan Jackson Van de Putte
Ellis Lucio Watson
Eltife Nelson Wentworth
Estes Nichols Whitmire
Fraser Ogden Williams
Gallegos Patrick Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 19, 2011, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate