Senate Resolution No. 596 honors the life and legacy of James Albert Hudson, who passed away on April 26, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on December 4, 1936, in Carthage, Texas, Hudson served in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft radar technician and later had a distinguished nearly four-decade career with the Texas Eastman Company, where he was known for his strong work ethic and mentorship. He was actively involved in his community as a Republican precinct chair and election judge, and he was a devoted member of Woodland Christian Church and First Christian Church in Longview, where he contributed significantly as a Sunday school teacher and held various church offices.

The resolution expresses deep sympathy to Hudson's family, including his wife Betty Jo, their daughters Shannon and Sherri, and their grandchildren and great-grandchild. It acknowledges the love and support he received from his family throughout his life and highlights his generous spirit, craftsmanship, and the meaningful impact he had on those around him. The Texas Senate officially adopted the resolution on May 31, 2025, and it will be prepared for his family as a tribute to his memory.