H.R. No. 771 is a resolution congratulating Richard Lee Pace for receiving the 2025 Outstanding Texan Award for House District 111 from the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. Mr. Pace, a graduate of the University of North Texas, has had a distinguished career with the Dallas Police Department, serving for 23 years and earning recognition for his athleticism, including induction into the Texas Police Athletic Federation Hall of Fame in 2011. In addition to his law enforcement career, he has been active in home building and development, contributing to the revitalization of various neighborhoods in South Dallas and coauthoring a book on home construction.

The resolution highlights Mr. Pace's commitment to community service, particularly his current project of constructing affordable housing for homeless veterans. It acknowledges his significant contributions to improving the city of Dallas and expresses the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for his achievements. The resolution was adopted on April 17, 2025, with a vote of 133 in favor, 7 against, and 2 present but not voting. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared for Mr. Pace as a token of appreciation for his impactful work.