[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 85 (Thursday, June 7, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1007]
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                 IN RECOGNITION OF MR. JAMES D. LINDSEY

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 7, 2012

  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my dear friend, 
Mr. James D. Lindsey, who is retiring as President and Chief Executive 
Officer of First State Bank.
  Mr. Lindsey attended North Texas University and the Stonier Graduate 
School of Banking. He began his career with First State Bank--Mesquite 
in 1971, starting in the bookkeeping department. His successful career 
is the result of his hard work and dedication; he served in various 
areas of the bank and literally worked his way to the top. He is a 
well-known and highly respected leader in the banking profession and 
the broader Mesquite community. In 2002, he received the prestigious 
Chairman's Award from the Independent Bankers Association of Texas and 
in 2008, was elected to the Board of Directors of The Independent 
Bankers Bank. Mr. Lindsey also served as Director for the Mesquite 
Economic Development Foundation and was appointed to the Texas Banking 
Commissioner's Council. First State Bank and the banking profession 
have greatly benefitted from his work ethic, vision, and leadership. He 
is a man of great character who firmly abides by his principles. I am 
honored to call him my friend and know that Mr. Lindsey will be greatly 
missed.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my esteemed colleagues join me in congratulating 
Mr. Lindsey on his retirement. I wish him all the best in his future 
endeavors. May God continue to bless him and his family.

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