H.R. No. 1115

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the men and women of the law enforcement profession, for by their selfless devotion to the public welfare, they enable us to enjoy the benefits of a peaceful and orderly society; and

WHEREAS, Too seldom recognized, and sometimes taken for granted by the public they so faithfully serve, these gallant individuals daily risk their lives in order to ensure domestic tranquility and to protect the lives and property of others; and

WHEREAS, Officer Marco A. Zarate of the Bellaire Police Department exemplified in his personal and professional conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and steadfast resolve, and throughout his seven years, two months on the force, his meritorious service embodied the highest ideals of his vocation; and

WHEREAS, Killed in the line of duty on July 12, 2016, Officer Zarate will long be missed by his family, his fellow peace officers, and the entire community; and

WHEREAS, Though his life ended far too soon, Officer Zarate left behind a record of public service that is deserving of his fellow citizens' lasting respect and gratitude; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Officer Marco A. Zarate and extend deepest sympathy to his relatives, friends, and fellow officers; 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 Officer Marco A. Zarate.

Lucio III

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1115 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 6, 2017.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House