89R28980 KSM-D
By: Cook, et al. S.R. No. 536
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Mark Garcia has served the Texas Legislature as
Senate auditor for 25 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Garcia is a graduate of Concordia University
Texas, where he played baseball as a left-handed pitcher and
designated hitter; during his collegiate baseball career, he set 2
school records and hit more than 20 home runs, all while earning his
bachelor's degree in accounting; he began his professional career
with the State Auditor's Office, where he conducted financial and
performance reviews of agencies, schools, and universities; after
six years, he accepted a position with the Texas Comptroller of
Public Accounts; his responsibilities included teaching others the
state accounting system and assisting with the Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report during busy seasons; and
WHEREAS, In January 2000, Mr. Garcia was hired as Senate
auditor; he has demonstrated exceptional skill, diligence, and
dedication while budgeting for Senate offices; moreover, his
kindness and sense of humor have brightened the days for his
colleagues and have brought him many friendships in the Capitol
community; since 2004, he has played in the Senate Christmas band,
the Gaveltones, and in 2024, his daughter, Brianna, shared the
stage at the holiday party; he also helps make chili to fund this
annual event; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Garcia has further benefited his fellow citizens
by participating numerous times in the Texas MS 150 bicycle
fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, riding with
the General Land Office's team; in all his endeavors, he is
supported by the love and encouragement of his wife, Marlina, and he
takes great pride in his two children, Brianna and Alex, and his two
stepchildren, Aidan and William; and
WHEREAS, Through his professionalism, expertise, and
commitment to excellence, Mark Garcia has made significant
contributions to the Texas Senate, and he is truly deserving of
special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby honor Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate
auditor and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Garcia as an expression of high regard by the Texas
Senate.