Jacey Jetton
The Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (TASSP) is now accepting nominations for the 2021-2022 academic year. The TASSP supports students committed to their education and service.
The TASSP encourages students to complete a baccalaureate degree and become a member of one of these organizations:
- Texas Army National Guard
- Texas Air National Guard
- Texas State Guard
- United States Coast Guard
- United States Merchant Marine
- Commissioned officer in any branch of the armed services of the United States
To be selected as a TASSP recipient, certain eligibility criteria must be met, including being nominated by a state representative, state senator, the Lieutenant Governor, or the Governor. For more information about the program and eligibility visit: https://www.highered.texas.gov/ . Selected students will be awarded up to $10,000.
“TASSP is a wonderful opportunity for students who are committed to serving our country while also wanting to advance their education to receive support from the state. I encourage Texas students who meet the requirements to apply and reach out to their local state legislator to learn more about this program,” said Rep. Jetton.
Representative Jetton’s office will accept applications through August 6, 2021. Those interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to wendi.lojo@house.texas.gov.
Biography
Jacey Jetton is a 7th generation Texan who represents Sugar Land, Richmond, and the surrounding areas in the Texas House of Representatives. He serves on the Committees for Redistricting, Public Health, Elections, the Policy Committee for the Texas House Republican Caucus, and the Special Session Constitutional Rights and Remedies Select Committee. Professionally, Jetton is a small business owner who also serves Fort Bend County by volunteering with various organizations that focus on supporting single moms, those in poverty, and veterans’ issues.
Jacey and Fanny Jetton have two boys, Jacob and Calob, who attend schools in Fort Bend ISD. Jetton’s background includes working in the 83rd legislative session as a Legislative Director, in the Texas Comptroller’s agency working as a taxpayer liaison, President for a Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District, and in the Republican Party as Engagement Director for the Republican Party of Texas. He was then elected Chairman of the Fort Bend County Republican Party. Jetton served in the Texas Army National Guard where he was attached to a mechanized infantry unit in the 36th Infantry Division.