Bill Text: TX HR334 | 2019-2020 | 86th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Congratulating Carlos Torres on his retirement from the Corpus Christi Fire Department.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2019-03-14 - Reported enrolled [HR334 Detail]

Download: Texas-2019-HR334-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 334

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Carlos Torres retired from the Corpus Christi Fire
Department in November 2017, drawing to a close a notable career as
a first responder that spanned more than three and a half decades;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Torres joined the Laredo Fire Department in
December 1980, and over the next few years, he earned certification
as an emergency care attendant, emergency medical technician, and
paramedic; in December 1985, he became a member of the Corpus
Christi Fire Department, where he served with distinction as a
firefighter and paramedic for 32 years; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has also advocated tirelessly
for his fellow firefighters as a member of the International
Association of Fire Fighters; shortly after joining the IAFF, he
was chosen by acclamation as union reporter for the executive board
of Local No. 936, and he went on to win election as second and first
vice president; from 2000 to 2015, he served eight consecutive
terms as president, holding that position longer than anyone else
in the local's history; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Torres has also been actively involved in the
Texas State Association of Fire Fighters and the Coastal Bend Labor
Council; between 2007 and 2015, he served as District No. 3 vice
president on the TSAFF executive board, helping to oversee more
than 30 firefighter unions in Central and South Texas and attending
memorial services for members; and
WHEREAS, Carlos Torres's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to service have greatly benefited the people of Corpus
Christi and earned him the respect and admiration of firefighters
across the state, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a career
well spent; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Carlos Torres on his retirement
from the Corpus Christi Fire Department and extend to him sincere
best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Torres as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Herrero
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 334 was adopted by the House on March
13, 2019, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House