HR 1021 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Don McGowan of La Porte.

This resolution (HR 1021) is a memorial tribute by the Texas House of Representatives honoring Don McGowan, a retired Houston TranStar division manager and longtime community member who passed away on April 15, 2025. It commemorates his 37-year career in electric and traffic engineering, his service as a police chaplain, and his dedication to his family. The resolution extends condolences to his wife Stephanie, son Tyler, brothers, and other relatives. As a procedural memorial resolution, it does not create policy changes but formally recognizes McGowan's life and legacy.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2025

Committee Review

May 2025

House Passage

May 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 30, 2025 Last action May 24, 2025

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The document appears to be a legislative resolution honoring Don McGowan, a Houston electrician and community member. The text shows significant formatting and layout changes between versions, with the original bill text being reorganized and some content appearing in different positions. There are no substantive policy changes to the resolution's content regarding the tribute to Don McGowan.

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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 23, 2025

Lower · Passed

Adopted

lower

May 1, 2025

Committee

Referred to Local & Consent Calendars

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors