The resolution honors an elite urban search-and-rescue team from the Czech Republic for their invaluable assistance during the response to the devastating Hill Country flood that occurred on July 4, 2025. This catastrophic event resulted in the loss of over 100 lives, and the 16-member Czech team, accompanied by four search and recovery dogs, collaborated with the Texas National Guard to conduct secondary search and recovery operations in challenging conditions. Their efforts were crucial in the aftermath of the flooding, particularly as approximately 100 victims remained missing.
The resolution acknowledges the longstanding partnership between the Texas National Guard and the Czech Republic, which has been fostered through the National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program since 1991. Governor Greg Abbott and General Steven Nordhaus expressed their gratitude for the Czech team's dedication and professionalism, highlighting the spirit of international solidarity that characterized their mission. The Texas House of Representatives extends its best wishes to the team and prepares an official copy of the resolution as a token of appreciation for their exceptional service during this crisis.