SR320 - Recognizing the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington on the occasion of its opening.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 320          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join   the citizens of Arlington and Texans throughout the state in   celebrating the grand opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum   in Arlington on March 25, 2025; and          WHEREAS, The highest military decoration awarded by the   United States Armed Forces, the Medal of Honor is bestowed upon   American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast   guardsmen who have distinguished themselves for acts of valor,   conspicuous gallantry, and intrepidity at the risk of life above   and beyond the call of duty; and          WHEREAS, The Medal of Honor was established under President   Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War and was first awarded on March   25, 1863; since that time, an estimated 40 million men and women   have served in the United States Armed Forces, and fewer than 4,000   have received this prestigious accolade; and          WHEREAS, Today, there are 61 living recipients of the Medal   of Honor across the United States, and the nine recipients who   currently reside in Texas are Patrick Brady, Florent Groberg, Sal   Giunta, Michael Thornton, Jose Rodela, Ty Carter, James Fleming,   Dakota Meyer, and Robert O'Malley; these loyal patriots served   their country in times of need, and they have each demonstrated   extraordinary bravery and steadfast commitment to defending our   nation; and          WHEREAS, The opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum   in Arlington coincides with National Medal of Honor Day; visitors   to the museum will have the opportunity to learn about the   history and significance of the award while gaining insight into   the valorous achievements of medal recipients; and          WHEREAS, Those who have been awarded the Medal of Honor   have set an exceptional example of courage and selfless service,   and the National Medal of Honor Museum is a fitting tribute to   their inspiring legacy; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby commemorate the opening of the National   Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington and extend to Medal of Honor   recipients in Texas sincere gratitude for their heroic service;   and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   the museum as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.     Hancock                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on March 25, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate