Star of Texas (Award)

The Star of Texas Awards is a prestigious American law enforcement medal and award of the State of Texas that was designed to honor Texas peace officers (law enforcement officers), firefighters, emergency medical first responders, and federal law enforcement officers who have lost their lives or sustained serious injuries while performing their duties.

The award also extends to private citizens who have been killed or seriously injured while aiding a Texas peace officer, firefighter, or emergency medical first responder in the line of duty.

[1][2] Every year, the Governor appoints an advisory committee for each of the three first responder categories: Law Enforcement, Firefighter, and Emergency Medical.

The careful scrutiny by these committees guarantees that only those who meet the high standards of the award are considered for recognition.

[1][2] Awardee's are also granted the option of purchasing a Star of Texas Award Specialty License Plate.