A LEGISLATIVE COMMEMORATION, Commending and honoring SrA Brittnie B. Bunkers for her selection as the South Dakota Air National Guard Airman of the Year.

    WHEREAS, the South Dakota Air National Guard consistently is ranked as one of the best Air Guard units in the nation; and

    WHEREAS, SrA Bunkers was selected as the best airman in the South Dakota Air National Guard after serving with honor and demonstrating great proficiency and steadfast dedication; and

    WHEREAS, as noted by her South Dakota Air National Guard state supervisors and commanders, SrA Bunkers is dedicated to duty and leadership and exemplifies the total package of Air Force core values; and

    WHEREAS, SrA Bunkers' performance is in keeping with the highest traditions established by South Dakota's many veterans and the United States Armed Forces; and

    WHEREAS, South Dakotans greatly appreciate the sacrifice, dedication, and service of all those who put their lives on the line to serve South Dakota and our great Nation:

    NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT COMMEMORATED, by the Eighty-seventh Legislature of the State of South Dakota, that SrA Brittnie B. Bunkers is congratulated and honored as a recipient of the South Dakota Air National Guard Airman of the Year award, is recognized for her outstanding service and outstanding representation of the State of South Dakota, and is extended best wishes for her continued success, happiness, and safety.