SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 545
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 State of Texas, 88th
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 from
the Texas Senate.
Middleton
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 18, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate