TITLE: Recognizing Franklin Randolph for receiving a Lifesaving Award.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Franklin Randolph for receiving a Lifesaving Award.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize State Trooper Franklin Randolph for his lifesaving actions while serving in the line of duty; and WHEREAS, Franklin Randolph is a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper stationed in Burnet County; on November 7, 2016, he responded to a call about a driver trapped in a vehicle at a low-water crossing; upon arriving at the scene, he found the driver in a partially submerged vehicle; the determined officer braved the treacherous water and was able to pull the driver through a window, as Deputy Eric Molina of the Burnet County Sheriff's Department lowered a rescue rope to the water; Trooper Randolph held on to the victim and the rope as the deputy pulled them both to safety; and WHEREAS, Trooper Randolph is a highly respected officer who has diligently upheld the department's mission to protect and serve the citizens of Texas; he has manifested uncommon dedication in managing his far-reaching responsibilities, and he is admired by colleagues and area residents for his bravery and perseverance; and WHEREAS, The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Public Safety Commission honored Trooper Randolph for his exceptional act of heroism with a Lifesaving Award at a ceremony in Austin on June 15, 2017; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend State Trooper Franklin Randolph for his quick thinking and courage in the line of duty 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 him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Buckingham President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 3, 2017.