HR 275 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Judge Zinetta Arceneaux Burney of Houston.

This is a memorial resolution honoring Judge Zinetta Arceneaux Burney, a Houston native and pioneering attorney who passed away on September 22, 2024. It commemorates her legacy as the founder of the first African American female-led law practice ("Sisters in Law"), her service as a Harris County Justice of the Peace for 15 years, and her community work. The resolution, adopted by the Texas House of Representatives, extends condolences to her family and establishes her memory as part of the House's official record. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a ceremonial tribute.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2025

Committee Review

Feb 2025

House Passage

Jun 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Last action Jun 1, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill text was reformatted from an introduced version to an enrolled version, with significant changes to the layout and structure but no substantive policy changes to the resolution's content. The core tribute to Judge Zinetta Arceneaux Burney remains identical, honoring her life and legacy.

Scope change

No substantive scope change; the bill remains a resolution honoring a deceased public official with no new policy provisions.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout changes from introduced draft to enrolled final version, including removal of line numbers, cleanup of spacing, and addition of certification language.

Added certification statement confirming unanimous adoption by the House on June 1, 2025.

Removed draft metadata and line numbering from the original introduced version.

Floor votes

How they voted

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

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Jun 1, 2025

Lower · Passed

Adopted

lower

Feb 25, 2025

Committee

Referred to Local & Consent Calendars

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors