In memory of Benjamin Cavazos of Mission.
HR 879 is a memorial resolution honoring Benjamin Cavazos of Mission, Texas, recognizing his life and community contributions. The resolution pays tribute to Cavazos, a longtime business owner (founder of MAE Power Equipment), civic leader, and recipient of honors including "City of Mission Man of the Year," and extends sympathy to his family. It was adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on May 23, 2025, and directs the House to adjourn in his memory. This is a commemorative resolution with no policy or funding provisions, solely serving to memorialize Cavazos' legacy.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Apr 2025
House Passage
May 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 17, 2025
Last action May 23, 2025
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The document changed from a draft resolution to an enrolled version of H.R. 879, a tribute resolution honoring Benjamin Cavazos. The substantive content remains the same, but formatting was standardized and the document was finalized for official adoption.
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Document format changed from draft markup to official enrolled bill text with standardized formatting and spacing
Added certification statement confirming unanimous adoption by the House on May 23, 2025
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Floor votes
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
1
Committee
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May 23, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Apr 28, 2025
Committee
Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Sergio Muñoz
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