H.R. No. 2281
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Captain Gualberto Torres retired from the Harlingen
Fire Department on May 19, 2023, drawing to a close a remarkable
career with the city that spanned nearly half a century; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his tenure, Captain Torres has
served the citizens of Harlingen with unwavering dedication and
selflessness and a deep commitment to public safety; he has
demonstrated exceptional bravery and professionalism while
responding to countless emergencies and working tirelessly to
protect and save lives, and in so doing, he has set an inspiring
example of public service for his colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Captain Torres has been instrumental in shaping the
Harlingen Fire Department into a highly respected and efficient
emergency response organization; in addition, his focus on training
and mentoring young recruits has helped the department continuously
maintain high standards of excellence; and
WHEREAS, Beyond his achievements as a fire service
professional, Captain Torres has been an active and engaged member
of the community; his compassion and commitment to service have
extended far beyond the call of duty, and he has been a role model, a
trusted resource, and a source of support for innumerable
individuals in times of crisis; and
WHEREAS, Although his retirement marks the end of an era for
the Harlingen Fire Department, Captain Gualberto Torres has made an
indelible impact on the community and on the firefighters who will
continue to carry on the department's mission, and his
contributions will be remembered and admired for many years to
come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Captain Gualberto Torres on his
retirement from the Harlingen Fire Department and extend to him
profound gratitude for his unfaltering commitment to protecting the
lives and property of the people of Harlingen; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Captain Torres as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Lopez of Cameron
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2281 was adopted by the House on May
26, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House