MS HR80

Commends Representative James "Jim" Evans for 24 years of consecutive service in the Mississippi House of Representatives from District 70 (Hinds County), beginning with his election in 1991 and taking office in 1992.

Recognizes Evans' career progression from freshman lawmaker to Vice Chairman of the House Constitution Committee (1999), Chairman of that committee (2006), and Vice Chairman of the House Executive Contingent Fund Committee.

Acknowledges Evans' advocacy for workers' rights, organized labor unions, and wage equality between races and genders, along with his service on 16 House committees spanning agriculture, banking, education, labor, and other areas.

Notes Evans' background as a former professional football prospect drafted by the New York Giants (1972), Reformed Theological Seminary graduate with a Doctor of Divinity, educator, and State Director of the AFL-CIO.

Expresses the House's appreciation for Evans' personal sacrifices and dedicated service to Mississippi citizens as he announces his retirement at the expiration of his current term.