Journal of the Senate, Regular Session of the Seventy-Ninth Legislature of the State of Texas, Volume 3 Page: 2,590
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INTRODUCTION OF
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS POSTPONED
The President announced that the introduction of bills and resolutions on first
reading would be postponed until the end of today's session.
There was no objection.
GUESTS PRESENTED
Senator West was recognized and introduced to the Senate elementary school
students and their teachers from the Wilmer-Hutchins Independent School District.
The Senate welcomed its guests.
SENATE RESOLUTION 951
Senator Carona offered the following resolution:
WHEREAS, U.S. Marine Corps Captain Van Taylor of Dallas, who has served
his country with distinction in Iraq, is a source of great pride to his country and his
home state; and
WHEREAS, Commanding the largest platoon of the 2nd Force Reconnaissance
Company, Captain Taylor and his unit foiled several Fedayeen ambushes, assisted in
the rescue of U.S. prisoners of war, and rescued dozens of wounded comrades under
fire; he successfully completed every mission assigned and, more importantly,
brought all of his troops safely back to their families; and
WHEREAS, His unwavering courage and dedication earned Captain Taylor a
host of prestigious accolades, including the Navy Commendation Medal, Combat
Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Citation, National Defense
Service Medal, and Navy Achievement Medal; and
WHEREAS, A Dallas native and honors graduate of Harvard College and
Business School, Captain Taylor has worked with McKinsey and Company, Trammell
Crow, and Churchill Capital Co. as a real estate investment banker; he earned a
commission as a second lieutenant at Marine Corps Officer School and in 2002 joined
C Company, 4th Reconnaissance Battalion; and
WHEREAS, This accomplished Texan also has written and published several
articles and is currently working on a book, Brothers by Fire, on his experiences
during the Iraq War; and
WHEREAS, Americans owe a profound debt of gratitude to Captain Taylor and
to all of the country's military personnel, for they are called on to bear great, often
unimaginable, burdens, and they render service and sacrifice that is truly beyond
measure; and
WHEREAS, Through his unfaltering devotion to duty, honor, and this nation,
Van Taylor embodies the highest ideals of the United States armed forces, and it is
indeed a privilege to join in welcoming him home; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby commend
Van Taylor for his exemplary commitment to his family, his community, and his
nation and that he be extended heartfelt best wishes for success and happiness in the
coming years; and, be it further2590
79th Legislature - Regular Session
74th Day
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