SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 856
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Major General Lester Simpson, who has retired after
more than 36 years of outstanding service with the United States
Army National Guard; and
WHEREAS, Major General Simpson was commissioned in 1980
through the Reserve Officers' Training Corps program at The
University of Texas at Arlington; he holds a master's degree in
Strategic Studies and is a graduate of the CAPSTONE General and
Flag Officer Course in Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his distinguished military
career, he held numerous leadership and command positions; he
served as commander of the 3rd Battalion, 144th Infantry
Regiment, and of the 142nd Rear Operations Center; in 2011, he
commanded the 176th Engineer Brigade during major combat
operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; and
WHEREAS, He went on to serve as assistant adjutant general
of the Texas Army National Guard, as special assistant to the
director of the Army National Guard, and as commander of the 36th
Infantry Division; his many awards and decorations include the
Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, and the Defense Meritorious
Service Medal; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary officer, he is respected and admired
by his fellow officers and enlisted personnel alike, and it is
truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his
exceptional service to the nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Major General Lester Simpson on his
exceptional service as an officer in the United States Army
National Guard and extend to him best wishes for continued
success in all his endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 23, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate