H.R. No. 57 is a resolution honoring Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Michael Lee Russell of Magnolia, who is set to retire from the Texas State Guard in September 2025 after a distinguished career with the Texas Military Department. Since 2024, LTC Russell has been responsible for overseeing training at Camp Mabry in Austin and has held various leadership roles, including commander of the 4th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, and a senior staff officer of a civil affairs battalion. His notable contributions include deploying in support of Operation Border Health Protection and leading operations during the 2021 winter storm in Texas. He has received numerous awards for his service, including the Texas Medal of Merit and the Texas Humanitarian Service Medal.

In addition to his military service, Dr. Russell is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist with a rich background in the U.S. Army, where he served for nearly 25 years. His roles included neuropsychology consultant to the U.S. Army surgeon general and director of the Center of Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans. He has also contributed to various military medical commands and served as a clinical psychologist with the Houston Police Department. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' gratitude for LTC Russell's dedication and professionalism, wishing him continued success in his future endeavors, and it will be officially presented to him as a token of high regard.