TITLE: Recognizing Gerardo Acevedo Danache for his assistance in the release of Jon Hammar.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Gerardo Acevedo Danache for his assistance in the release of Jon Hammar.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in recognizing the efforts of Gerardo Acevedo Danache, who played a critical role in obtaining the release of Eagle Pass native Jon Hammar from a Mexican prison; and WHEREAS, A man of courage and tenacity and a valued neighbor to all Texas citizens, Mr. Danache worked tirelessly as both a private citizen of the United Mexican States and as a public official to secure the freedom of Mr. Hammar; and WHEREAS, Jon Hammar is a former United States Marine who was imprisoned without just cause by Mexican authorities for four and one-half months; Mr. Danache used his skills and his influence as the vice president of International Affairs of the Chamber of Commerce and Tourists of Matamoros and as vice president of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Tourists for the State of Tamaulipas to advocate for the American veteran's liberation; and WHEREAS, Gerardo Danache personally called upon the government of Mexico and upon Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto in an effort to persuade them to grant the safe release of Jon Hammar; after seven days of negotiations at the highest levels, Mexican officials finally agreed to free Mr. Hammar and return him safely to the United States; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Gerardo Acevedo Danache for his invaluable assistance in the release of Jon Hammar and express to him deep appreciation for his actions; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Mr. Danache as an expression of highest esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 15, 2013.