HR 957 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Albert Earl Coleman of Houston.

HR 957 is a commemorative resolution honoring Albert Earl Coleman, a Houston police officer and community leader who died on April 12, 2025. It recognizes his service as Houston's first Black motorcycle officer (retiring after 32 years with the department), his military service (U.S. Army, 1962-1966), community roles (school board, civic clubs), and faith-based work. The resolution formally extends the Texas House of Representatives' sympathy to his family and directs that it be presented to them. As a memorial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy changes.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Apr 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 25, 2025 Last action Apr 25, 2025

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The document transitioned from an introduced legislative resolution to an enrolled version, primarily involving formatting cleanup, text alignment, and the addition of sponsor signatures and certification of unanimous adoption. No substantive policy changes were made to the resolution's content regarding the tribute to Albert Earl Coleman.

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

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Committee

Apr 25, 2025

Lower · Passed

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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors