H.R. No. 2597
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Howard E. Jefferson of Houston has distinguished
himself through his efforts to better the city and state he calls
home; and
WHEREAS, A native of Mississippi, Mr. Jefferson holds a
bachelor's degree in chemistry from Southern University in
Louisiana and a master's degree in education administration from
the University of Houston; he also studied for a year at The
University of Texas at Austin, where he was awarded a science and
mathematics fellowship; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jefferson served nearly three decades as an
assistant superintendent of the Houston Independent School
District before going into business for himself as owner and chair
of Protectors Insurance and Financial Services; in addition, he
served as campaign manager for U.S. Congressman Al Green; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to social justice, Mr. Jefferson has
advocated for disenfranchised individuals and worked to increase
opportunities for African American-owned businesses in Texas; he is
the former president of the NAACP Houston Branch and currently
serves as chair of the NAACP political action committee; moreover,
Governor Rick Perry appointed him to the select committee for
recommendations to Texas Southern University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jefferson is supported in his endeavors by his
wife, Zona G. Jefferson, and his life is further enriched by three
children, Tangela, Audrey, and Jewel, as well as a grandson, Devin;
he is an active member of Windsor Village United Methodist Church;
and
WHEREAS, Committed to serving others, Howard Jefferson has
generously devoted his time for the benefit of his community, and he
has earned the admiration and appreciation of all who know him; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor Howard E. Jefferson for his contributions
to his fellow citizens and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued success and happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Jefferson as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Edwards
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2597 was adopted by the House on May
31, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House