Bob Richardson (politician)

• Attorney
• reporter

Bob Richardson
Member of the TexasHouseofRepresentatives from the 49th district
In office January 8, 1985 –January 8, 1991

Bob Richardson (born June 14, 1945) was an American politician and attorney. He was a former Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives for the 49th district from 1985 to 1991. ^{[1] [2]}

Prior to becoming a state legislator, Richardson served as a anchor for KTBC during the time he was in law school. Richardson eventually practiced law for over 25 years, including as a prosecutor. ^[2]

Texas House of Representatives

During Richardson's time in the Texas House of Representatives, he served in the 69th, 70th, and 71st sessions. He successfully amended the Texas Constitution to include a Crime Victim's Bill of Rights. ^[2]

Death

Richardson died on October 23, 2017, at age 72, due to natural causes. He was buried at the Texas State Cemetery on October 27, 2017. ^{[1] [2] [3]}

References

1. "Legislative Reference Library | Legislators and Leaders | Member profile". lrl.texas.gov. Retrieved 2025-04-21.
2. "Bob W Richardson". Texas State Cemetery. Retrieved 2025-04-21.
3. Silver, Johnathan (2017-10-24). "Former Austin Republican state Rep. Bob Richardson dies at 72". Austin American-Statesman . Retrieved 2025-04-21.

Texas House of Representatives
Preceded by Russ Tidwell	Texas State Representative for District 49 (Travis County) 1985 - 1991	Succeeded by Elliott Naishtat