H.R. No. 334
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, Carlos Torres retired from the Corpus Christi Fire
  Department in November 2017, drawing to a close a notable career as
  a first responder that spanned more than three and a half decades;
  and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Torres joined the Laredo Fire Department in
  December 1980, and over the next few years, he earned certification
  as an emergency care attendant, emergency medical technician, and
  paramedic; in December 1985, he became a member of the Corpus
  Christi Fire Department, where he served with distinction as a
  firefighter and paramedic for 32 years; and
         WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has also advocated tirelessly
  for his fellow firefighters as a member of the International
  Association of Fire Fighters; shortly after joining the IAFF, he
  was chosen by acclamation as union reporter for the executive board
  of Local No. 936, and he went on to win election as second and first
  vice president; from 2000 to 2015, he served eight consecutive
  terms as president, holding that position longer than anyone else
  in the local's history; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Torres has also been actively involved in the
  Texas State Association of Fire Fighters and the Coastal Bend Labor
  Council; between 2007 and 2015, he served as District No. 3 vice
  president on the TSAFF executive board, helping to oversee more
  than 30 firefighter unions in Central and South Texas and attending
  memorial services for members; and
         WHEREAS, Carlos Torres's dedication, professionalism, and
  commitment to service have greatly benefited the people of Corpus
  Christi and earned him the respect and admiration of firefighters
  across the state, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a career
  well spent; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Carlos Torres on his retirement
  from the Corpus Christi Fire Department and extend to him sincere
  best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Torres as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Herrero
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 334 was adopted by the House on March
  13, 2019, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House