The resolution honors Joseph C. Longway, who is set to retire as the Northwest Region chief of the Texas Department of Public Safety on August 31, 2025, after an impressive 36-year career with the agency. Longway began his service in October 1988 as a highway patrol officer and has held various positions, including narcotics investigator and regional director since August 2019. His extensive experience is complemented by his military service in the United States Air Force and academic achievements, including degrees from Wayland Baptist University and Chaminade University of Honolulu, along with specialized training from prestigious law enforcement academies.

The Texas House of Representatives expresses its congratulations to Longway for his dedication and leadership in law enforcement, recognizing his significant contributions to the safety and well-being of Texans. The resolution concludes by extending best wishes for his future endeavors and calls for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a token of appreciation from the House.