This is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Gonzales, Texas, for its 200th anniversary in 2025. The resolution formally recognizes the city's founding history, its role in the Texas Revolution (including the "Come and Take It" cannon event), and its development as a cultural and economic center. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations; it simply expresses the Texas House's recognition of Gonzales' historical significance. The resolution was adopted by the Texas House on August 27, 2025, as part of the 89th Legislature's second called session.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) congratulating Aristoi Classical Academy for being named "Best Charter School" in the Houston Chronicle's 2025 Best of the Best list. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or entities beyond expressing the Texas House's recognition of the school's achievement. The resolution formally extends congratulations to the school and its leadership, with no new requirements or changes to existing law. It was adopted by the Texas House on August 27, 2025, and is purely commemorative.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 48) passed by the Texas House of Representatives to mark the 10th anniversary of the San Antonio Missions' designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (designated July 5, 2015). It honors the five historic mission complexes - Mission San Antonio de Valero (the Alamo), Mission Concepción, Mission San José, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada - as Texas' first and only UNESCO site and one of only 24 in the U.S. The resolution expresses the House's commemoration of this milestone and directs an official copy to be presented to the missions. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
This is a memorial resolution (HR 44) adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on August 27, 2025, to honor Charlene Cravotta Harber of Dallas. It commemorates her life, remembering her as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and tutor at Dallas-area schools who tragically died in the July 2025 Kerr County flooding alongside her husband and granddaughters. The resolution extends condolences to her family, including her son RJ Harber, daughter Jennifer Harber, and siblings, and directs that the House adjourn in her memory. As a non-binding tribute, it does not create any policy or legal change.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commemorating the 50th anniversary of American Legion Post No. 667 in Universal City. It formally recognizes the post's 50 years of service to veterans and the community, as detailed in the resolution's "WHEREAS" clauses. The resolution has no effect on laws, regulations, or individuals' rights - it is purely symbolic. The Texas House of Representatives adopted it to express appreciation and send a copy to the post.
This is a memorial resolution (HR 42) passed by the Texas House of Representatives to honor Brooke Catherine Harber, an 11-year-old Dallas student who died in the July 2025 Kerr County floods along with her sister and grandparents. The resolution pays tribute to Brooke's life as a student, athlete, and active member of St. Rita Catholic School, highlighting her faith, personality, and talents. It extends condolences to her family and directs the House to adjourn in her memory. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it has no policy impact and does not affect any laws or regulations.
This resolution commemorates the dedication of an official Texas Historical Marker for the Texas Rice Festival in Winnie. It recognizes the festival's 55-year history (since 1970), its role in celebrating regional rice farming, and its community impact - including over $1 million in local scholarships and donations. The resolution formally commends organizers for securing the marker and directs an official copy to the festival committee. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it solely honors the event's cultural and economic significance to Winnie and surrounding rice-growing counties.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending Camille McWhorter for her work as a legislative aide in State Representative Terri Leo Wilson's office during the 89th Texas Legislature. It recognizes her contributions, academic achievements (as a Concordia University Texas honors student majoring in law and policy), community service, and athletic involvement. The resolution formally "commends" her service and provides her with an official copy as a gesture of appreciation from the Texas House of Representatives. It does not create new laws, affect public policy, or change any regulations.
HR 20 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Texas House of Representatives to honor Richard L. Jankovsky III upon his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) after 23 years of service. It formally congratulates him for his career, including hurricane response, border security deployments, leadership of the DPS Officers Association, and community volunteer work. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the House’s appreciation through a formal written gesture. It was adopted by the House on August 27, 2025.
This is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Domingo T. Orozco, a Texas City resident and U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam, worked as a project manager, coached soccer, and volunteered with community organizations. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution on August 27, 2025, to pay tribute to his life and extend condolences to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond the ceremonial recognition.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 39) honoring Jane Marie Hunt, a 9-year-old Dallas girl who passed away on July 4, 2025. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution to pay tribute to her life, highlighting her academic achievements, artistic talents, involvement in community activities, and compassion. It extends condolences to her family and commemorates her memory, with no policy changes or direct effects on constituents. The resolution was adopted by the House on August 27, 2025.
This is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring twin sisters Hanna Rose and Rebecca Mark Lawrence, who died tragically at age eight in Dallas on July 4, 2025. The resolution formally pays tribute to their lives, describes their personalities and aspirations, and extends condolences to their immediate family - including parents, older sister, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. It has no policy provisions or impact on legislation; it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of remembrance by the Texas House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted on August 27, 2025.
