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03 LC 8 5646

House Resolution 918
By: Representatives Smith of the 76th, Powell of the 23rd, and McCall of the 78th




A RESOLUTION

Commending the United States military personnel from Madison County who served in Iraq; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, some of Madison County's finest young men and women were called into military service by President Bush as he ordered the use of force to liberate the people of Iraq on March 19, 2003; and

WHEREAS, these patriotic men and women responded bravely to the call to duty leaving their homes and loved ones to risk their lives for our nation; and

WHEREAS, these valiant military personnel suffered hardships and sacrifices on behalf of our national honor as a leader in the free world and on behalf of the people of Iraq struggling to be free of tyranny and injustice; and

WHEREAS, it is most fitting and appropriate to formally acknowledge the contributions and courage of these young soldiers and to welcome them as they return to their homes and to their communities.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that this body hereby expresses its deep appreciation, admiration, and gratitude to the United States military personnel from Madison County who served in Iraq and welcome them home.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the governing authority of Madison County.