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AR HR1008

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/16/2023

Primary Sponsor

Harlan Breaux

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Mr. Vincent Eastwood was born May 23, 1960 in Sapulpa, Oklahoma and moved to Carroll County, Arkansas in 1978
  • Joined Army National Guard at age 17 and was deployed during the Gulf War in 1990 with the First Battalion 142nd Field Artillery unit, where he was exposed to a nerve agent causing severe intestinal bleeding
  • Honorably discharged after 12 years of service and dedicated his efforts to assisting veterans through wheelchair ramp construction, organizing hunts for disabled veterans, starting the Reboot Combat Recovery program, transporting veterans to medical appointments, and setting military tombstones
  • In 2022, formed RECON VI - Operation All In, which provides trauma healing to veterans and first responders, recreational therapy through hunting and fishing trips, holiday assistance to families in need, and other veteran support services
  • House of Representatives commends Mr. Eastwood for his service and dedication to supporting military members and veterans in need

Legislative Description

To Recognize Mr. Vincent Eastwood For His Efforts Assisting Veterans In Arkansas And Other States.

Last Action

READ AND ADOPTED.

2/16/2023

Committee Referrals

Aging, Children and Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs1/25/2023

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