Journal of the Senate of Texas: 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, Tuesday, May 7, 2013 Page: 1,514
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WHEREAS, Caldwell County offers residents and visitors ample outdoor
recreational opportunities and features a wide variety of architectural attractions,
including a beautifully restored courthouse and the oldest Episcopal church in Texas;
the people of Caldwell County eagerly look forward to a bright future while
continuing to cherish their rich and colorful past; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby
commend the citizens of Caldwell County on their many contributions to our state and
extend to them best wishes for a memorable Caldwell County Day at the State
Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special
occasion.
SR 846 was read and was adopted without objection.
GUESTS PRESENTED
Senator Zaffirini was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Caldwell County
delegation, accompanied by Tom Bonn, County Judge; and County Commissioners
Alfredo Munoz, Fred Buchholtz, Ernest Madrigal, and Joe Roland.
The Senate welcomed its guests.
SENATE RESOLUTION 830
Senator West offered the following resolution:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Bradie
Gene James for his ongoing philanthropic efforts and his outstanding leadership; and
WHEREAS, This renowned football player has made a priority of giving back to
the community, whether in his hometown of Monroe, Louisiana, or in his adopted city
of Dallas, Texas; and
WHEREAS, A standout linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, Bradie James
launched Foundation 56 in 2007 in honor of his late mother, Etta James; and
WHEREAS, Foundation 56 is dedicated to expanding and enhancing the quality
of life of women, men, and families who have been directly or indirectly affected by
breast cancer; since its founding, it has served some 25,000 individuals; and
WHEREAS, The organization has helped to fund mobile mammogram units in
South Louisiana and North Texas, and in 2010, it unveiled the Bradie James Resource
Center in the Women's Imaging Center at Methodist Dallas Medical Center; and
WHEREAS, Bradie James is also a much-respected mentor to young people; he
works with the Heroes Foundation to encourage at-risk children through sports, and
he has sponsored summer football camps for youngsters in his hometown of Monroe;
and
WHEREAS, This star athlete also holds a degree in criminology and was named
a National Scholar Athlete by the National Football Foundation; he is an inspiring role
model to people of all ages, and his many accomplishments and his heartfelt
philanthropic efforts are truly worthy of recognition and praise; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby
commend Bradie Gene James for his exceptional leadership and his tireless
humanitarian pursuits and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his
endeavors; and, be it further1514
83rd Legislature - Regular Session
54th Day
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