H.R. No. 394 is a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives congratulating John Ratcliffe on his appointment as the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), effective January 23, 2025. The resolution highlights Ratcliffe's extensive experience in national security, including his previous role as the director of national intelligence, where he prioritized countering the People's Republic of China and increased intelligence spending focused on that nation. It also notes his contributions to the U.S. Space Force and his involvement in significant anti-terrorism operations. Ratcliffe's accolades include the National Security Medal and a notable tenure in Congress, where he served on various committees and oversaw critical cybersecurity legislation.
The resolution expresses the Texas House's best wishes for Ratcliffe's success in his new role and acknowledges his commitment to national security throughout his career. It concludes with a directive to prepare an official copy of the resolution for Ratcliffe as a token of esteem from the Texas House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted on March 13, 2025, by a non-record vote.