The Waxahachie Republican served as chief budget writer for the Texas House for nearly a decade. He died in Dallas surrounded by loved ones.
Former state Rep. Jim Pitts served in the Texas Legislature from 1993 to 2015. He died July 20, 2024., The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news.Former state Rep. Jim Pitts , a Waxahachie Republican who served as chief budget writer for the Texas House for close to a decade, died shortly before midnight on Saturday. He was 77.
“Representative Pitts was known for his commitment to education, fiscal responsibility, and advocating for the needs of his constituents,” a statement from the family read. “Beyond his legislative achievements, Jim Pitts was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. His contributions to our community and the state of Texas will be remembered for years to come.”
Pitts was part of a small group of Republican lawmakers who led an effort in 2009 to challenge then-House Speaker Tom Craddick, R-Midland. They united behind Joe Straus, who replaced Craddick. In office, Pitts was routinely praised by colleagues for drawing support from both sides of the aisle.“He is also one of the nicest members ever to set foot in the Capitol,” the article stated. “Everybody likes him.”
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