Senate Resolution No. 196 honors John Hudspeth, who is set to retire as the Dallas deputy district engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) on February 28, 2025, after nearly 30 years of dedicated service. A Texas A&M University graduate with a degree in civil engineering, Mr. Hudspeth began his career with TxDOT in 1995 and has held various significant positions, including design manager for the southwest Dallas County area office and deputy director of the Dallas-Fort Worth strategic projects office. His leadership has been instrumental in overseeing major projects, including the $2.7 billion LBJ Express development and managing a project portfolio valued at $25 billion.

The resolution acknowledges Mr. Hudspeth's exceptional contributions to highway engineering, which earned him the DeWitt C. Greer Award in 2021. It expresses gratitude for his commitment to excellence and the positive impact he has had on the people of Texas. The Texas Senate extends its congratulations and best wishes for his future endeavors, and an official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a token of high regard for Mr. Hudspeth.