HR 945 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Pope Francis.

This is a commemorative resolution (HR 945), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It formally honors Pope Francis following his death on April 21, 2025, recognizing his life, leadership as the first Latin American pope, and global efforts to serve the vulnerable. The resolution memorializes his legacy, including his work during Argentina's economic crisis, interfaith initiatives, and pandemic-era outreach. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group through policy changes. As a procedural resolution, it serves only to express collective remembrance.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Apr 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 24, 2025 Last action Apr 24, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

This document is a legislative bill (H.R. 945) that was introduced to pay tribute to Pope Francis and extend condolences following his passing. The document shows significant formatting and structural changes between versions, with the enrolled version containing the final text of the resolution. The substantive content remains focused on honoring Pope Francis's life and legacy.

Scope change

The bill's scope remains unchanged - it is a resolution to pay tribute to Pope Francis and extend condolences. No new policy provisions, funding, or applicability changes were made.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout changes between introduced and enrolled versions, including reorganization of WHEREAS clauses and addition of sponsor signatures at the end.

Added digital content accessibility statement about WCAG 2.1 standards at the beginning of the enrolled version.

Changed document header from 'R E S O L U T I O N' to 'H.R. No. 945 - Enrolled version - Bill Text' with proper formatting.

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How they voted

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

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Committee

Apr 24, 2025

Lower · Passed

Adopted

lower

5 primary · 90 co-sponsors