The resolution honors the memory of U.S. Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega Jr., who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on August 3, 2014, at the age of 36. Born on June 17, 1978, in La Feria, Texas, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps before joining the U.S. Border Patrol in 2008, where he worked as a K-9 handler at the Kingsville Station. Agent Vega is remembered for his dedication to law enforcement, his love for his family, including his wife Andrea and their three sons, and his passion for fishing and running.

The Texas Senate expresses its gratitude for Agent Vega's commitment to public safety and extends heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. The resolution calls for an official copy to be prepared for his family and states that the Senate will adjourn in his memory, ensuring that his legacy and contributions to the community are honored and remembered.