H.R. No. 367
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Karl Allen McElhaney, a valued member of the El Paso
community and a friend to many, passed away on February 9, 2025, at
the age of 61; and
WHEREAS, A dedicated public servant, Mr. McElhaney enjoyed a
rewarding career with El Paso County, and he contributed
immeasurably to the El Paso Chamber; he worked tirelessly to serve
the people of New Mexico and Texas through partnerships with
elected officials at the federal and county levels, and he
advocated for improvements to infrastructure in rural communities;
he also helped to craft policies and manage congressional district
work and committee assignments; his integrity, skilled mentorship,
and steadfast commitment to excellence earned him the respect and
admiration of all who knew him; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McElhaney further gave back to his community
through volunteer efforts such as fostering, rescuing, and
transporting dogs and cats for adoption programs; above all else,
he treasured time spent with his family, which included his three
siblings, Liz, Jerry, and Jeffrey, and his son Jacob; and
WHEREAS, While the death of Karl McElhaney brings great
sadness to his family and friends, he leaves behind a legacy that
will long be remembered with deep affection by all those who held
him dear; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Karl Allen McElhaney
and extend heartfelt sympathy to all those who mourn his passing;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Karl
McElhaney.
Moody
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 367 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 6, 2025.
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Chief Clerk of the House