This is a memorial resolution (HR 1107) adopted by the Texas House of Representatives to honor Reverend Perry Cameron Colston following his death on April 24, 2025. The resolution commemorates his life as a Houston-area minister, family man, and community member, noting his service at The Fountain of Praise church, his education at Texas Christian University, and his family. It extends condolences to his family and directs that an official copy be provided to them. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact.
SB 621 prohibits Texas cities, counties, and school districts (political subdivisions) from establishing, operating, or owning any public bank. The law bans local governments from creating entities that engage in banking activities as defined by Texas Finance Code Section 31.002. This applies to all local government entities and takes effect September 1, 2025. The bill directly prevents local governments from creating public banking institutions under state law.
This is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Texas House. It formally honors the first annual El Rey del Río: Anzaldúas BBQ Cookoff, a state-championship barbecue competition scheduled for fall 2025 in Mission, Texas. The resolution recognizes the event, organized by Hidalgo County Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal and sanctioned by the Champions Barbecue Alliance, as a celebration of Texas barbecue culture and a boost for local tourism at Anzaldúas Park. It has no policy impact - it solely expresses the House’s support for the event.
HR 1095 is a ceremonial resolution commending Beatriz Copello for her work as a communications intern in State Representative Gene Wu's office during Texas' 89th Legislative Session. The resolution recognizes her contributions to constituent communications, her studies in political communications at the University of Texas at Austin, and her volunteer work with student government, legal translation, and Houston's Teen Court program. It does not create any new laws or policies - instead, it formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for her service. The resolution was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025, and an official copy was prepared for Ms. Copello.
HR 878 is a memorial resolution adopted by the Texas House of Representatives to honor Carl Wayne Warwick, a former Major League Baseball player (for the Dodgers, Cardinals, Orioles, and Cubs) and Houston community leader who died on April 5, 2025. The resolution extends condolences to his family and commemorates his career achievements, including his record-setting 1964 World Series performance, his role in founding the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association, and his 12-year service on the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority. As a symbolic tribute, it does not create legal obligations or affect any specific group through policy changes. The resolution was formally adopted by the House on May 23, 2025.
This resolution (HR 1111) is a ceremonial honor for the Bel Air High School Pipe and Drum Corps in El Paso, recognizing their participation in the third annual "Celebration of Bagpipes" event on May 17, 2025. It highlights the band’s history - originating in the 1960s under founder John Estes, being Texas’ only public high school bagpipe program, and supporting the John Estes Scholarship through event proceeds. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House’s appreciation for the band’s contributions to the community and education. As a symbolic gesture, it has no policy impact or legal effect.
This commemorative resolution honors the Gulf Coast Tennis Association (GCTA) for its community tennis programs during National Tennis Month 2025. It recognizes the GCTA’s decade-long work since 2016 - including free lessons, youth camps, scholarships, and Special Olympics participation - and directs the Texas House to send an official copy of the resolution to the association as a gesture of appreciation. The bill has no policy impact or funding provisions, as it is purely symbolic recognition.
This resolution formally recognizes April 25, 2025, as "Dark Sky Day" to honor DarkSky Texas for its work reducing light pollution. It has no legal effect but expresses legislative support for the organization's efforts to preserve natural night skies, promote energy conservation, and protect wildlife and astronomical observation. The resolution specifically commends DarkSky Texas for raising awareness about proper lighting practices and supporting dark sky tourism in Texas.
This is a memorial resolution honoring William Lawrence Coorsh of Houston, who passed away in December 2023. The resolution recognizes his career in energy trading, leadership at The Center for Pursuit (supporting individuals with disabilities), and service on the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. It formally pays tribute to his life and extends condolences to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or binding effect - it is solely a ceremonial expression of respect.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 977), not a bill with policy changes. It formally congratulates The Jerk Shack restaurant in San Antonio for receiving the 2024 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Award, which recognizes affordable, high-quality dining. The resolution was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025, and includes a copy of the resolution to be presented to the restaurant. It has no legislative effect or impact on public policy.
HR 1062 is a memorial resolution honoring Maverick Levertt Crawford III of San Antonio, who passed away on August 23, 2024. The resolution commemorates his life, achievements (including graduating with honors from multiple institutions despite severe autism), and contributions to the autism community and Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. It extends condolences to his family and directs the Texas House of Representatives to adjourn in his memory. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents.
This resolution honors Cash Kociela, a 9-year-old boy from Texas who passed away on September 24, 2024. It commemorates his life, describing him as a vibrant child who loved swimming, biking, basketball, and spending time with family and friends. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution on May 23, 2025, to extend condolences to his family and memorialize him. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.
