88R26769 BPG-D
By: Middleton S.R. No. 545
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Captain Wallace R. Hogan of League City retired from
the Galveston-Texas City Pilots in February 2023, following more
than 21 years of outstanding service; and
WHEREAS, Playing an important role in the region, members of
the Galveston-Texas City Pilots safely guide vessels to their
berths or out to sea; they maneuver them through the busiest
waterway intersection in the country, where the Galveston, Texas
City, and Houston ship channels all cross with the Intracoastal
Waterway; while protecting lives, property, the environment, and
economic interests in Galveston County, these pilots face serious
risks, as they must navigate their own boats next to moving ships
and climb aboard by ladder; and
WHEREAS, Wally Hogan graduated from Dickinson High School and
embarked on a career as a harbor pilot, commissioned by the governor
of the State of Texas; in 2001, he became a branch pilot for the
Galveston-Texas City Pilots; throughout his career, he
demonstrated exceptional skill and expertise, and he benefited his
colleagues as presiding officer of the pilots' association; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to his family, Captain Hogan is now a proud
grandfather; his retirement will allow him more time to spend with
his loved ones and to perfect his golf swing as well; and
WHEREAS, Wally Hogan distinguished himself through his
commitment to the important mission of the Galveston-Texas City
Pilots during more than two decades of service, and as he begins the
next exciting chapter of his life, he may indeed reflect with pride
on his contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby congratulate Captain Wallace R. Hogan on his retirement from
the Galveston-Texas City Pilots 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 Captain Hogan as an expression of high regard by the
Texas Senate.