H.R. No. 613 is a resolution honoring Pastor Ellery A. Richard for his 21 years of dedicated service at Second Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, with a celebration scheduled for June 8, 2025. Originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Pastor Richard studied accounting and theology at Houston Baptist University and began his ministry as an associate minister at Live Oak Baptist Church. Since taking leadership of Second Shiloh in 2004, he has implemented various programs that foster community fellowship and support those in need, earning the respect and admiration of his congregation and the wider community.

The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to Pastor Richard on this significant milestone and extends best wishes for his continued success in his ministry. It also calls for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a token of high regard for his contributions. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 31, 2025, by a non-record vote.