TITLE: Recognizing Armando Perez who was named the recipient of a Star of Texas Award.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Armando Perez who was named the recipient of a Star of Texas Award.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Officer Armando Perez of the Austin Police Department, who was named the recipient of a Star of Texas Award; and WHEREAS, The Star of Texas Awards honor peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical first responders who are seriously injured or killed while serving in the line of duty; and WHEREAS, On April 3, 2016, Officer Perez was attempting to apprehend a burglary suspect at an apartment complex in Austin; during the subsequent contact and confrontation, he was severely injured when he was shot below his body armor in the lower abdomen; and WHEREAS, Despite receiving a critical gunshot wound, Officer Perez courageously drew his service weapon and was able to return fire and kill the suspect; Officer Perez was transported to a local hospital where he recovered from the potentially life-threatening injuries; and WHEREAS, Officer Perez demonstrated courage and determination while carrying out his duties; he suffered great hardship in the process and in the aftermath, and he is truly deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Officer Armando Perez on his bravery and dedication to duty and extend congratulations to him on being honored with a Star of Texas Award; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high esteem from the Texas Senate. Campbell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 30, 2017.