FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 6, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT: Courtney Sanders
U.S. Senate Passes Hutchison-Cornyn Resolution on Fort Hood Tragedy
WASHINGTON, D.C.-One day after the shootings at Fort Hood, the U.S. Senate today passed a resolution (S. Res 344) introduced by U.S. Senators Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) and John Cornyn (R-TX) offering its deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the innocent victims killed or wounded during yesterday’s tragedy.
“As the families and victims begin their long and difficult recovery from this shocking and saddening tragedy, we offer our prayers and support in this time of grief to everyone affected by this violent act. Today as I tour Fort Hood and visit with the wounded there, I intend to tell those with whom I meet that entire nation shares their pain, and that we offer our full support and hope for a full recovery,” Senator Hutchison said.
“For more than a half century, Fort Hood has been a source of pride and strength for all Americans,” Senator Cornyn said. “The soldiers stationed there have never hesitated to answer the call to protect and defend our nation. After yesterday’s senseless act of violence, it is our duty to care for those same protectors, and my thoughts and prayers continue to be with the victims and their families. Long a cornerstone of Texas’ strong military presence, the brave men and women of the Fort Hood community have my full support as Lt. Gen. Cone, the FBI, and local law enforcement continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.”
“As the families and victims begin their long and difficult recovery from this shocking and saddening tragedy, we offer our prayers and support in this time of grief to everyone affected by this violent act. Today as I tour Fort Hood and visit with the wounded there, I intend to tell those with whom I meet that entire nation shares their pain, and that we offer our full support and hope for a full recovery,” Senator Hutchison said.
“The full text of the resolution is below.
Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the tragic shooting at Fort Hood, Texas onNovember 5, 2009
Whereas Fort Hood, Texas, the largest military installation in the world, is home to numerous distinguished U.S. military units, including the Third Corps, the First Cavalry Division, the Third Armored Cavalry Regiment, and others;
Whereas Fort Hood has long been a source of pride for the State of Texas and for all the people of the United States who value the selfless service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform;
Whereas the Soldiers, family members, and civilian employees who live and serve at Fort Hood play a critical role in the defense of our Nation;
Whereas the Soldiers of Fort Hood have served with honor and distinction in the Global War on Terror, frequently on the front lines in the combat theaters of Iraq and Afghanistan; and
Whereas the Fort Hood community experienced a monumental tragedy on November 5, 2009 when a gunman opened fire on large groups of Soldiers on the installation;
Now, therefore, be it Resolved that the Senate
(1) offers its deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the innocent victims killed or wounded in the senseless violence that occurred on November 5, 2009;
(2) offers support and hope for a full recovery for those who have been wounded;
(3) honors the heroic service, actions, and sacrifices of law enforcement personnel, first responders, Soldiers present on the scene, medical personnel, and countless others who aided the innocent victims of this attack; and
(4) shares in the pain and grief felt by the people of the United States in the aftermath of this tragic event.
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