H.R. No. 1378
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Tess Marie Mata of Uvalde on
May 24, 2022, at the age of 10, has profoundly saddened the many
people who loved and cherished her; and
WHEREAS, Tess Mata was born in San Antonio on February 6,
2012, to Jerry and Veronica Mata; she shared a close bond with her
older sister, Faith, and she also enjoyed the affection of her
grandparents, aunt, uncles, and numerous cousins; and
WHEREAS, An athletic young girl, Tess played softball and
soccer and competed in gymnastics; she was an avid fan of the
Houston Astros and especially of second baseman José Altuve, and
she even shared the same position as her favorite player on her
softball team; though feisty and outspoken, she was also blessed
with a caring heart, and she dreamed of one day having a career in
the medical field; and
WHEREAS, While the passing of Tess Mata is an incalculable
loss to those who held her dear, they may find comfort in knowing
that their lives were forever enriched by the joy and love she
shared with them; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Tess Marie Mata and
extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her
parents, Jerry and Veronica Mata; to her sister, Faith Mata; to her
grandparents, Raymundo and Rosemary Mata and Anna Hill; to her
aunt, Victoria Streeter; to her uncles, Robert Hill, Mark Mata, and
Ray Mata Jr.; to her cousins, Nevaeh Streeter, Saige Rodgers, Kara
Streeter, Gabie Mata, and Hayden Mata; and to the countless family
members and friends who mourn her; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Tess Mata.
King of Uvalde
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1378 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 2, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House