The release states that Williamson County Lieutenant Mike Pendley nominated Leal for the award.
Leal, who serves Precinct 4 was selected for his acts of service during the February 2021 ice storm, which happened just 45 days into his first term, according to the county.
Additionally, Leal worked 12-16 hour shifts and delivered 600 pounds of food to 16 homes and 46 apartment units. He also delivered firewood to those who needed it and helped seven vehicles get back on the road.
"Constable Leal truly showed what it meant to be a servant of the community during the event," Pendley said in a release. "He was also giving out his personal cell [phone] number as well as putting it on social media for anyone in need. He used his personal social media accounts and the office account to coordinate food, water and firewood donations."
According to the Commission, Leal attended an awards ceremony at the House of Representatives Chamber at the State Capitol June 10 to receive the award.
"I am thrilled and honored to be the state of Texas recipient, but the people on the east side of Williamson County were the real heroes," Leal said in the release. "We put out a call on social media for things people needed, and they met those needs. We picked up food, firewood, medication and more. They were the real heroes, I was just the delivery person."
