Bill Text: TX SR447 | 2017-2018 | 85th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing Johnny Villarreal for his service as a firefighter.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2017-03-21 - Again read [SR447 Detail]

Download: Texas-2017-SR447-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 447
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Johnny Villarreal for his distinguished service as a
firefighter and for his tireless advocacy on behalf of the
state's firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Firefighters are the true stewards of Texas
communities, and they courageously work each day to protect and
assist citizens as first responders in times of crisis; and
WHEREAS, Johnny Villarreal has served as an engine
operator for the Houston Fire Department for many years; in the
course of his exemplary career, he has helped save thousands of
lives and prevent innumerable injuries in the face of great
hazards and at the risk of his own safety; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Villarreal has been a voice for Houston
firefighters as a board member of the Houston Professional Fire
Fighters Association, and he has been a leading spokesman for
association outreach efforts during his service as the Position 4
director; and
WHEREAS, Texas firefighters continually strive to serve the
public with great courage, commitment, and compassion, and
Johnny Villarreal is indeed deserving of recognition for
representing the highest qualities of his profession; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Johnny Villarreal for his selfless
work on behalf of his community and colleagues in his field and
extend to him best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Whitmire
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 20, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate