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Laredo Sector Border Patrol Holds Promotion Ceremony

Release Date
Fri, 06/21/2019

LAREDO, TEXAS – Laredo Sector Border Patrol Chief Felix Chavez recognized 33 Border Patrol agents and five civilians within Laredo Sector during a ceremony held today at Texas A&M International University.

Today’s ceremony also included the recognition of the Laredo Sector Canine Program, Top Dog Award honorees and time in service awards.  Distinguished guests at the ceremony included our law enforcement partners and family members.  Dr. Pablo Arenaz, President of Texas A&M International University, hosted the ceremony.

“We congratulate the Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents and professional staff on their well-deserved promotion.  They have taken the challenge to lead and today we celebrate with their family and congratulate them in their new role and promotion.  I know they will excel in their new position,” said Laredo Sector Chief Patrol Agent Felix Chavez.  

The Laredo Border Patrol Sector currently has over 1,700 Border Patrol Agents and over 100 support personnel.  If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding career visit www.cbp.gov/careers.   

Laredo Sector Border Patrol Holds Promotion Ceremony

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

Last Modified: Feb 29, 2024