HR 536 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of former Del Rio fire chief George Joe Harrington.

This is a memorial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring George Joe Harrington, a former Del Rio Fire Department chief who retired in 2021 after nearly 45 years of service. It commemorates his career, including his roles as fire chief (2017-2021), his community involvement, and his passing in December 2024. The resolution formally pays tribute to his life and service, extending sympathy to his family. It was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on March 31, 2025.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2025

Committee Review

Mar 2025

House Passage

Mar 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 12, 2025 Last action Apr 1, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill text was reformatted from a resolution-style document to a formal enrolled bill format, with minor text corrections and spacing adjustments. No substantive policy changes were made to the content of the resolution honoring Del Rio fire chief George Joe Harrington.

Scope change

No change in scope or applicability; the bill remains a tribute resolution for a deceased public servant

TECHNICAL

Document format changed from resolution text to enrolled bill format with proper H.R. numbering and certification language

Minor text corrections including spacing fixes and date formatting adjustments throughout the resolution clauses

Added certification statement confirming unanimous adoption by the House on March 31, 2025

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

Mar 31, 2025

Lower · Passed

Adopted

lower

Mar 19, 2025

Committee

Referred to Local & Consent Calendars

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors