Bills · HRES 191
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 191TexasHouse of Representatives
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Sylvester Turner.
INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThe family of the Honorable Sylvester Turner would be most directly affected, as they would receive a formal communication from the House of Representatives expressing condolences and acknowledging his service. Members of the House of Representatives would also be affected by participating in the resolution and adhering to the decision to adjourn early out of respect for their former colleague.
The U.S. Senate would also be indirectly affected by being formally notified of the resolution, maintaining inter-chamber communication regarding such matters. Generally, this type of resolution has no direct impact on the day-to-day lives of the broader American public, as it is a ceremonial gesture rather than a policy change.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expresses the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Sylvester Turner, a Representative from Texas.
This provision formally acknowledges the passing of a former member of Congress and conveys the institution's condolences.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Clerk of the House to communicate these resolutions to the Senate and transmit a copy to the family of the deceased.
This ensures that the message of condolence reaches both the other legislative chamber and the bereaved family directly.
PROVISION 03
States that when the House adjourns today, it will do so as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased.
This traditional ceremonial act symbolizes the House's respect and remembrance, briefly suspending regular proceedings in honor of the former member.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTSMAR 5
Submitted in House
MAR 5
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H996)
MAR 5
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H996)
MAR 5
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H996)
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 191
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedMar 5, 2025
Last actionMar 5, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOUSE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025
House Res.HRES 191TexasHouse of Representatives
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Sylvester Turner.
INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2025
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