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HOUSE

RESOLUTION No. ___



Introduced by: Adams T, Liggett, Lutz J


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        A RESOLUTION honoring Gordon Burke.
    

    Whereas, In the parable of the Good Samaritan, we are taught to love thy neighbor as thyself;

    Whereas, Gordon Burke is a modern example of a Good Samaritan;

    Whereas, On March 17, 2003, Gordon Burke was driving on a bridge over the White River when he noticed a man and a little girl drowning in the water. Nearby was an inflatable boat;

    Whereas, Without hesitation or regard for his own safety, Gordon Burke grabbed the boat, tied a rope around it, and jumped into the freezing water;



    Whereas, Once in the water, Gordon Burke swam toward the man and the little girl;

    Whereas, Gordon Burke reached for the little girl first and placed her in the boat. He put an arm around the man and, while holding on to the rope that was tied to the boat, he swam to shore; and

    Whereas, Because of Gordon Burke's brave deed, this man and little girl survived. It is fitting to honor a person who puts the welfare of others above his own: Therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the

General Assembly of the State of Indiana:


    SECTION 1. That the Indiana House of Representatives wishes to express its admiration for Gordon Burke and to thank him on behalf of the citizens of the State of Indiana for showing concern for his fellow citizens and for risking his life to save others.
    SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a copy of this resolution to Gordon Burke and his family.


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HR 1514/DI 84

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