HR 455 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Sergeant Mark Allen Butler of the Navasota Police Department.

This is a commemorative resolution honoring Sergeant Mark Allen Butler, a Navasota Police Department officer who died in the line of duty on January 15, 2025. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' tribute to his life, service, and sacrifice, extending condolences to his family (wife Evette and children Ezra and Elias). It includes details of his military service (U.S. Army, 1st Cavalry Division), law enforcement career, and community impact. The resolution was adopted on March 31, 2025, and will be presented to his family. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Mar 2025
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Mar 31, 2025
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

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Total actions
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Committee
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Mar 31, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Committee
Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Trey Wharton
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