H.R. No. 51

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Suzanne Reed of the Flower Mound Police Department was promoted to the rank of lieutenant on October 15, 2023, and this achievement represents an impressive milestone in her law enforcement career; and

WHEREAS, Lieutenant Reed was hired by the Flower Mound Police Department as a patrol officer in 2006; over the course of her tenure, she has distinguished herself in such varied roles as detective, crimes analyst, victim's liaison, patrol sergeant, and traffic sergeant, and she has also served on the crisis negotiation team and as an instructor; moreover, she has furthered her professional development by earning certification as a master peace officer, marine safety enforcement officer, and mental health peace officer; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of her contributions, Lieutenant Reed was selected as the Officer of the Year in both 2009 and 2014; her other accolades include the 2014 State of Texas Senate Award and the 2015 Police Commendation Award; this accomplished peace officer holds an associate's degree in computer science from Howard College; and

WHEREAS, Through her skill, professionalism, and dedication to duty, Lieutenant Suzanne Reed has greatly benefited her colleagues and her fellow citizens, and she may indeed reflect with pride on this well-deserved promotion; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate Suzanne Reed on attaining the rank of lieutenant with the Flower Mound Police Department and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Lieutenant Reed as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Bumgarner

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 51 was adopted by the House on December 5, 2023, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House