H.R. No. 802 is a resolution commending Rob Kepple for his distinguished career and significant contributions to the Texas District and County Attorneys Association, where he served as executive director for 22 years. A graduate of The George Washington University Law School, Kepple began his legal career as an associate at Fulbright and Jaworski in Houston and later became a chief felony prosecutor in Harris County. He joined the Texas District and County Attorneys Association in 1990, where he played a crucial role in legal training for prosecutors and was instrumental in drafting the 1993 Texas Penal Code.
Under his leadership, the association grew to be the largest statewide organization of prosecutors in the nation, achieving notable milestones such as the establishment of the Texas District and County Attorneys Foundation and the Prosecutor Management Institute. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for Kepple's expertise and leadership, acknowledging the lasting impact he has made on the legal landscape in Texas. It concludes with best wishes for his future endeavors and the preparation of an official copy of the resolution as a token of high regard.