TITLE: Recognizing the Lewisville Police Department on the occasion of Police Week in Texas.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Lewisville Police Department on the occasion of Police Week in Texas.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is proud to recognize the Lewisville Police Department on the occasion of Police Week in Texas; and WHEREAS, Peace officers are a select group of brave men and women who dedicate their lives to the protection and safekeeping of their fellow citizens and who serve our nation and this great state, regardless of dangerous circumstances and risks to their personal safety; and WHEREAS, As a tribute to these invaluable civil servants, the 87th United States Congress and President John F. Kennedy designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week of May 15 as Police Week; and WHEREAS, Proud traditions since 1962, these observances provide an excellent opportunity for citizens to reflect on the far-reaching responsibilities and challenges of law enforcement duty and to honor active peace officers, as well as those who have fallen, for their exceptional service and sacrifice; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Lewisville Police Department for their outstanding service to their community and their dedication to duty and encourage all Texans to pay tribute to their local police department in observance of Police Week in Texas; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the Lewisville Police Department as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Nelson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 12, 2015.