Bill Text: TX HR1415 | 2019-2020 | 86th Legislature | Enrolled

Texas House Resolution 1415 (Prior Session Legislation)

Bill Title: Congratulating Robert A. Jackson on his retirement as director of AARP Texas.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2019-05-13 - Reported enrolled [HR1415 Detail]

Download: Texas-2019-HR1415-Enrolled.html



	H.R. No. 1415



	R E S O L U T I O N

	WHEREAS, Robert A. Jackson is retiring as state director of
	AARP Texas on August 17, 2019, drawing to a close 15 years of
	dedicated service to the organization; and
	WHEREAS, Under Mr. Jackson's leadership, AARP Texas has
	grown to include more than 2.3 million members; he has assembled a
	strong corps of volunteers across the state and a staff that
	reflects the diversity of Texas, and he has placed a special
	emphasis on expanding the group's presence in San Antonio and the
	Rio Grande Valley; and
	WHEREAS, A recognized expert on guardianship issues,
	Mr. Jackson has helped Texas become a national leader in
	guardianship reform and has assisted the state's efforts to combat
	elder abuse and financial exploitation; in June 2018, he testified
	on these subjects before the Congressional Elder Justice Caucus as
	part of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day; and
	WHEREAS, Before joining AARP, Bob Jackson enjoyed a long and
	accomplished career practicing elder law in Florida; he also served
	as general counsel and legislative affairs director for the Florida
	Department of Elder Affairs, in addition to holding a number of
	other important positions; and
	WHEREAS, Robert Jackson's dedication, professionalism, and
	expertise have made a positive difference in the lives of many Texas
	residents, and he may indeed reflect with pride on his
	distinguished record of service; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
	Legislature hereby congratulate Robert A. Jackson on his retirement
	as director of AARP Texas and extend to him sincere best wishes for
	continued happiness; 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.

	Hinojosa

	______________________________
	Speaker of the House

	I certify that H.R. No. 1415 was adopted by the House on May
	10, 2019, by a non-record vote.

	______________________________
	Chief Clerk of the House