TITLE: Recognizing the Association of the United States Army and its visiting delegation.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Association of the United States Army and its visiting delegation.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, On April 4, 5, and 6, 2013, members of the Association of the United States Army 4th Region are having their annual conference in Austin, Texas; and WHEREAS, Since 1950, the Association of the United States Army has worked to support all aspects of national security while advancing the interests of the army and the men and women who serve; and WHEREAS, The Association of the United States Army is a private nonprofit educational organization that supports all components of the nation's army, active, National Guard, Reserve, civilians, retirees, government civilians, wounded warriors, veterans, and family members, and provides numerous professional development opportunities at a variety of events both local and national; and WHEREAS, The Association of the United States Army represents every American soldier by being the voice for all components of America's army, fostering public support of the army's role in national security, and providing professional education and information programs; and WHEREAS, The Association of the United States Army has 122 chapters worldwide, made up entirely of volunteers; they provide recreational and educational opportunities to soldiers and their families, support deployed soldiers and the families left behind, and have contributed over $2 million to awards, scholarships, and support of soldier and family programs; and WHEREAS, The Association of the United States Army speaks out for the men and women of the United States Army who proudly serve our country, and it promotes the values of excellence, innovation, professionalism, inclusiveness, integrity, and responsiveness; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby recognize the Association of the United States Army and its visiting delegation from Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana and commend its members on the work they do in support of the military; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Birdwell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 25, 2013.