2025S0246-1 03/17/25
By: Hinojosa of Hidalgo S.R. No. 315
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Senior Deputy Mike Aleman of the Hidalgo County
Sheriff's Office for his outstanding bravery in saving the life
of a fellow Texan; and
WHEREAS, While traveling home on the night of February 22,
2025, Deputy Mike Aleman observed flames and smoke emerging from
a mobile home in McAllen; though he was off-duty at the time, when
he learned of a person inside the burning home, he forced entry
and was able to pull a man to safety from the intense smoke and
heat of the fire; the McAllen Fire Department arrived shortly
after, and Deputy Aleman and the victim were transported to a
local hospital where the deputy was treated for smoke inhalation
and released; and
WHEREAS, Thanks to the quick thinking and decisive action
of Deputy Aleman, the victim survived the deadly fire and was
transported to San Antonio to receive further treatment for burns
and smoke inhalation; the mobile home was consumed by the fire
and declared a total loss, and the incident undoubtedly would
have proved fatal if not for Deputy Aleman's critical and timely
rescue of the victim; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Aleman has faced the unique challenges of
law enforcement duty with courage and professionalism, and his
selfless actions in this life-threatening situation reflect his
unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the public; for
his heroic efforts, he will be awarded the Hidalgo County
Sheriff's Office Medal of Valor and will receive a commendation
from the McAllen Fire Department in recognition of his
exceptional service in the line of duty; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commend Senior Deputy Mike Aleman on his
admirable and courageous actions that saved the life of a fellow
Texan; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.