2025S0367-1 04/30/25
By: West S.R. No. 495
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Jeffrey Hamilton, a 50-year member of Omega Psi Phi
Fraternity, Incorporated, who is being honored by the Theta Alpha
Chapter of Dallas; and
WHEREAS, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was founded on November
17, 1911, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C.;
the first national fraternal organization to be founded at a
historically Black college, Omega Psi Phi now has more than 750
chapters worldwide; and
WHEREAS, For more than a century, its members have
promoted the fraternity's Cardinal Principles of Manhood,
Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift; through character
building, leadership development, and comradeship, the
fraternity has built a dynamic force of men dedicated to serving
their communities, advancing opportunities for African
Americans, and empowering others; and
WHEREAS, Jeffrey Hamilton was inducted into the Theta
Sigma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity on December 5, 1975;
over the years, he has remained a loyal member of the fraternity
and has served as a role model to countless brothers; and
WHEREAS, Jeffrey is truly deserving of recognition for his
longtime membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and for the role
he has played in carrying out the fraternity's mission to empower
individuals and serve the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commend Jeffery Hamilton on his many
achievements and contributions to his community and extend to him
congratulations on being honored by the Theta Alpha Chapter as a
50-year member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.