HR 86 is a commemorative resolution honoring the 13 victims of the June 11-12, 2025, catastrophic flooding in San Antonio, Texas. It specifically names the victims - Esther Chung, Derwin Anderson, Martha De La Torre Rangel, Josue Pina De La Torre, Victor Manuel Macias Castro, Rudy Garza, Cristine Gonzalez, Stevie Richards, Andrew Sanchez, Matthew Tufono, Brett Riley, Carlos Valdez III, and Roseann Cobb - and expresses the Texas House of Representatives' condolences to their families. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute to the victims' lives and the community's response to the tragedy, with no policy changes or funding mechanisms. It was adopted by the Texas House on September 2, 2025, as part of memorial efforts.
This is a memorial resolution honoring Richard J. Vane, a Houston architect and community member who passed away in June 2025. The Texas House of Representatives adopted this resolution to pay tribute to his life and extend condolences to his family. It does not create any new laws or policies - it is purely a commemorative gesture recognizing his contributions and legacy. The resolution was adopted by the House on September 2, 2025.
This bill (HR 124) is a memorial resolution honoring Virginia Larins Hollis, an 8-year-old girl from Bellville who died in the July 4, 2025, Kerr County flooding. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution to pay tribute to Virginia's life, her family, and her accomplishments, including her piano compositions and involvement in school activities. The resolution extends condolences to her parents, siblings, grandparents, and extended family, and directs that an official copy be provided to her family. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies.
This resolution (HR 78) is a ceremonial expression of appreciation from the Texas House of Representatives for Andrew Molly upon his retirement as chief operating officer of Corpus Christi Water. It recognizes his leadership during a period of significant water conservation challenges, his work on transparency initiatives like an online water usage platform, and his professional background as a licensed engineer with over 16 years in municipal water management. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply offers formal congratulations and commendation.
This is a memorial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Thomas Irving Hennigan of San Antonio. It recognizes his life achievements, including founding the National Real Estate Investors Association and his 46-year marriage to Peggy Hennigan, and extends condolences to his family. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution on September 2, 2025, to "pay tribute to the memory" of Mr. Hennigan following his passing on August 1, 2025. It has no legislative effect beyond commemoration.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) congratulating the Palmview 16U baseball team for winning the 2025 Colt League Baseball World Series. It formally recognizes their championship victory, specific game performances, and the contributions of players and coaches. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or programs. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the Texas House of Representatives.
HR 107 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating McLennan County, Texas' 175th anniversary in 2025. It recognizes the county's history, including its establishment in 1850, cultural heritage, and growth to a population of approximately 273,400 residents today. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' best wishes for the county's future and directs an official copy be provided to McLennan County as a symbol of respect. This is a non-binding commemorative measure with no policy changes or direct effects on residents or legislation.
This is a commemorative resolution honoring Richard Cyril Bernal of San Antonio, adopted by the Texas House of Representatives on September 2, 2025. The resolution expresses condolences to his family and pays tribute to his life, career as a radio personality, and dedication to his community. It does not create any new policy or affect any group beyond formally commemorating his memory. The resolution was passed without debate and is part of the House's memorial resolutions process.
This is a memorial resolution (not a substantive bill), honoring Kent Monroe Wattinger of Marble Falls, Texas, who died on July 8, 2025, at age 36. The resolution commemorates his life, including his heroic act of saving his wife during a flood, his career as a software engineer at Amazon Robotics, and his family (wife Samantha and children Violet, Hunter, and Zoey). It directs the Texas House of Representatives to pay tribute to Wattinger and extend condolences to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation.
This resolution (HR 84) honors Terrill A. Cover, a San Antonio educator and community member who passed away on June 5, 2025. It recognizes his 46-year marriage, service as a school principal and athletic director, involvement with Texas PTA and education associations, and dedication to his Catholic faith and family. The Texas House of Representatives passed the resolution to pay tribute to his life and extend condolences to his family. As a memorial resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect specific groups, but formally commemorates his legacy.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 96) honoring Dale Alan Nixon, a McAllen, Texas resident who passed away on June 19, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life, including his work founding Hunting International and LandtitleUSA, his ranching achievements, and his family. It formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' tribute to Mr. Nixon and extends condolences to his family members, including his children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. As a memorial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
HR 100 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Texas House of Representatives to honor Jack R. Wade, a Killeen-area business leader and military veteran who died on August 19, 2025. The resolution formally pays tribute to Wade’s life, highlighting his service in the U.S. Army (including the Vietnam War and Desert Storm), his work with local chambers of commerce, and his family. It extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and the broader community he served. The resolution was adopted by the House on September 2, 2025, and directs that an official copy be provided to his family. This procedural bill does not create new laws or affect policy - it solely serves as a formal memorial.
