The resolution honors the life and service of Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, who was born on July 19, 1996, in Honolulu, Hawaii. After graduating from Mililani High School, she served in the Army National Guard as a Signal Intelligence Analyst from 2014 to 2022. Guting was commissioned as a Washington State Patrol Trooper on October 30, 2024, and became a vital link between the Patrol and the community in Tacoma. She exemplified the Patrol's motto of "Service with Humility" through her professional demeanor, positive attitude, and respect for the community she served.

Tragically, Trooper Guting was killed in the line of duty on December 19, 2025, after nearly two years of service with the Washington State Patrol. The resolution expresses deep condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues, acknowledging her impact on the community and the law enforcement family. It commends her exemplary service and expresses gratitude to all members of the Washington State Patrol for their dedication to protecting the state. The resolution also calls for copies to be sent to her surviving family members and key officials within the Washington State Patrol.