Bill Text: TX SR431 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing Matthew Cooper for his service to his country in the United States Army.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2011-03-02 - Reported enrolled [SR431 Detail]

Download: Texas-2011-SR431-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 431
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Staff Sergeant Matthew Cooper, who is serving his
country with honor in the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, Staff Sergeant Matthew Cooper served two tours of
duty in Iraq; he was attached to the 25th Infantry Division, 4th
Airborne Brigade, at Fort Richardson, Alaska; he is currently
stationed in Garland, where he is a recruiter; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Cooper is a fine example of the patriotic
Americans who have made personal sacrifices to serve in far-off
places, away from their families and friends and the comforts of
home, to protect and defend this country's ideals and its
commitment to its goals; and
WHEREAS, He has demonstrated exceptional courage and
resolve during his military missions; this state and our country
owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude for his patriotism and his
service; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to Staff Sergeant Matthew Cooper
for his loyal service to his country in the United States Army and
extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
Sergeant Cooper as an expression of highest regard from the Texas
Senate.
Wentworth
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 2, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate