TITLE: Paying tribute to the life of Deputy Thomas Nolan of the Nueces County Sheriff's Office.

SUMMARY: Paying tribute to the life of Deputy Thomas Nolan of the Nueces County Sheriff's Office.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Deputy Thomas Nolan of the Nueces County Sheriff's Office lost his life in the line of duty on August 15, 1860, and his service and sacrifice will not soon be forgotten; and WHEREAS, A 24-year-old, 3-year veteran of the sheriff's office, Deputy Nolan was shot while attempting to arrest a suspect who was causing a public disturbance; and WHEREAS, Our state and nation benefit immeasurably from the courage and commitment of law enforcement professionals such as Deputy Thomas Nolan, who willingly place themselves in harm's way each day to safeguard the lives and property of their fellow citizens; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life and exemplary service of Deputy Thomas Nolan of the Nueces County Sheriff's Office. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2178 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 21, 2015. Chief Clerk of the House