HCR43 - Congratulating Jack D. Hightower on his induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

      H.C.R. No. 43       HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION          WHEREAS, Jack D. Hightower is being inducted into the   Petroleum Hall of Fame on April 10, 2025; and          WHEREAS, Based at the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum in   Midland, the Petroleum Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have   made outstanding contributions to the petroleum industry and set   inspiring examples of service, good character, and high   achievement; and          WHEREAS, A native of Odessa, Jack Hightower began working in   the West Texas oil fields as a teenager, and he went on to graduate   from Texas Tech University; over the course of a remarkable career   spanning more than five decades, he has established numerous   successful companies, among them Titan Exploration LLC, Pure   Resources LP, and HighPeak Energy; and          WHEREAS, A longtime leader in his field, Mr. Hightower played   a key role in advancing directional and horizontal drilling   technologies in the Permian Basin; he has also made a significant   impact in the Midland community, contributing to the growth of   business infrastructure and educational opportunities, while   supporting philanthropic efforts that have totaled nearly $100   million; and          WHEREAS, Through his hard work and commitment to innovation,   Jack Hightower has distinguished himself as a successful and   influential figure in an industry that is such a vital part of the   Texas economy, and he is truly deserving of this prestigious honor;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas   hereby congratulate Jack D. Hightower on his induction into the   Petroleum Hall of Fame and extend to him sincere best wishes for the   future; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for Mr. Hightower as an expression of high regard by the   Texas House of Representatives and Senate.     Craddick       ______________________________ ______________________________      President of the Senate Speaker of the House                   I certify that H.C.R. No. 43 was adopted by the House on March   10, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House                 I certify that H.C.R. No. 43 was adopted by the Senate on   March 19, 2025, by a viva-voce vote.     ______________________________   Secretary of the Senate      APPROVED: __________________                   Date                       __________________                 Governor