Congratulating Stephen Wayne Jackson Sr. on his receipt of a 2025 Outstanding Texan Award from the Texas Legislative Black Caucus.

89(R) HR 770 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.R. No. 770

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Stephen Wayne Jackson Sr. has been named a recipient

of the 2025 Outstanding Texan Award for House District 111 by the

Texas Legislative Black Caucus; and

WHEREAS, A native of Dallas, Mr. Jackson graduated from South

Oak Cliff High School and went on to attend Texas A&M University; he

subsequently answered his nation's call to duty by enlisting in the

U.S. Army, and over the course of eight years, he served in such

elite units as the 82nd Airborne Division Special Forces Unit, the

1st Ranger Battalion, and the 1st Cavalry Airmobile Division; on

his return to civilian life, he began working in the retail

industry, and he rose through the ranks at Minyard Food Stores to

become director of operations; and

WHEREAS, In 2016, Mr. Jackson transitioned to a career with

Community Missionary Baptist Church in DeSoto, which has allowed

him to blend his professional expertise with his passion for

service; throughout his exemplary tenure with CMBC, he has served

as both director of logistics and director of community outreach,

and in these capacities, he has overseen a number of vital

initiatives benefiting underserved communities, including food

distribution programs and job and resource fairs; and

WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Jackson enjoys the love

and support of his wife, Portia, and he takes great pride in their 6

children and 13 grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Through his steadfast commitment to leadership and

community service, Stephen Jackson has made a positive difference

in the lives of countless Texans, and he is indeed deserving of this

prestigious honor; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas

Legislature hereby congratulate Stephen Wayne Jackson Sr. on his

receipt of a 2025 Outstanding Texan Award from the Texas

Legislative Black Caucus and extend to him sincere best wishes for

continued success with his important work; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

prepared for Mr. Jackson as an expression of high regard by the

Texas House of Representatives.

Y. Davis of Dallas

______________________________

Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 770 was adopted by the House on April

17, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 128, Nays 12, 2 present, not

voting.

______________________________

Chief Clerk of the House