SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 413
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Lieutenant Fidel Jasso, who is retiring after 35 years
of outstanding service with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's
Office; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Jasso joined the Hidalgo County
Sheriff's Office in October of 1981; over the course of his law
enforcement career with the county, he has served with
distinction in a variety of divisions, including patrol,
criminal investigations, communications, the training academy,
civil, and warrants; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, he has handled the
unique challenges of law enforcement duty with courage and a deep
commitment to public service and the safety of his community; he
was instrumental in the creation of the Hidalgo County Crime
Stoppers program and in obtaining vital federal funding for the
addition of 49 deputy sheriff positions; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Pan American University, he has
received exceptional support, encouragement, and love from his
wife, Ester Herrera, and his children, Laura and Joshua; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary peace officer, he is respected and
admired by his colleagues and the public alike, and his presence
at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office will be greatly missed;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Lieutenant Fidel Jasso on his
exceptional service to the people of Hidalgo County and extend to
him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 13, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate