87R30414 JGH-D
By: Kacal H.R. No. 2087
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, During the 87th Texas Legislature, Judge Rick Hill
has served as a champion for his profession through his work as
president of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association
of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Since 1945, the JPCA has represented the interests
of the justices of the peace and constables of the Lone Star State,
protecting the heritage and authority of these essential offices;
as president during the current legislative session, Judge Hill has
advocated for legislation that is beneficial to the profession; and
WHEREAS, Judge Hill was elected as justice of the peace for
Brazos County Precinct 3 in 2014 and elected to a second term in
2018; in addition, he has served as a faculty member for the Texas
Justice Court Training Center for three years; and
WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Judge Hill earned
his bachelor's and master's degrees at Texas A&M University, and
from 1989 until his retirement in 2011, he was an educator with the
College Station Independent School District; at A&M Consolidated
High School, he taught chemistry and physical science before
becoming assistant principal, and he went on to serve for nine years
as principal at Cypress Grove Intermediate School; and
WHEREAS, Judge Hill is widely recognized as the "Voice of
Aggieland," having been the announcer for Aggie baseball at Olsen
Field for 29 years and at various College Station ISD sporting
events for 30 years; he has also read the names of graduates at
commencement ceremonies for TAMU and area high schools; in all his
endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his wife, Donna; and
WHEREAS, Judge Hill's dedication, expertise, and commitment
to excellence have greatly benefited the mission of the JPCA and
earned him the respect and admiration of the association's
membership, and he may indeed take great pride in his outstanding
work in their behalf during the legislative session; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Judge Rick Hill for his work as
president of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association
of Texas and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Judge Hill as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.