H.R. No. 295 is a resolution honoring former Montgomery County Sheriff Tommy Gage for his distinguished service during his 12 years in office from 2005 to 2017. The resolution highlights Gage's significant contributions to law enforcement, including the establishment of a solo motorcycle traffic division, a full-time SWAT team, and a cold case homicide unit, as well as the creation of the county's first regional communication system. It also notes his efforts in expanding the county jail facilities and negotiating law enforcement contracts, showcasing his leadership and commitment to public safety.
In addition to his accomplishments as sheriff, the resolution acknowledges Gage's extensive law enforcement career, which began in 1970 with the Houston Police Department, and his military service in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' sincere best wishes for Gage's future and includes a provision for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for him as a token of high regard. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 6, 2025.