TITLE: Recognizing Bradie Gene James for his humanitarian pursuits.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Bradie Gene James for his humanitarian pursuits.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Bradie Gene James for his ongoing philanthropic efforts and his outstanding leadership; and WHEREAS, This renowned football player has made a priority of giving back to the community, whether in his hometown of Monroe, Louisiana, or in his adopted city of Dallas, Texas; and WHEREAS, A standout linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, Bradie James launched Foundation 56 in 2007 in honor of his late mother, Etta James; and WHEREAS, Foundation 56 is dedicated to expanding and enhancing the quality of life of women, men, and families who have been directly or indirectly affected by breast cancer; since its founding, it has served some 25,000 individuals; and WHEREAS, The organization has helped to fund mobile mammogram units in South Louisiana and North Texas, and in 2010, it unveiled the Bradie James Resource Center in the Women's Imaging Center at Methodist Dallas Medical Center; and WHEREAS, Bradie James is also a much-respected mentor to young people; he works with the Heroes Foundation to encourage at-risk children through sports, and he has sponsored summer football camps for youngsters in his hometown of Monroe; and WHEREAS, This star athlete also holds a degree in criminology and was named a National Scholar Athlete by the National Football Foundation; he is an inspiring role model to people of all ages, and his many accomplishments and his heartfelt philanthropic efforts are truly worthy of recognition and praise; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Bradie Gene James for his exceptional leadership and his tireless humanitarian pursuits and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Bradie James as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2013.