From Odessa, Texas: Governor Greg Abbott presents a special award to honor law enforcement and firefighters. This award recognizes those who were injured or gave their lives while on duty. A ceremony is held annually to present the award to recipients or their families.

Awards are given to individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice. One such individual was a 25-year-old trooper who died in the line of duty. His family received an award on his behalf.

Further details about the award and the ceremony are available from the source, including information about a memorial highway named in honor of the trooper.