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HR 138TEXASSession 892State Billsigned
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Texas House adopts resolution honoring the life and military service of Arturo M. Garza

Original title: In memory of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City.

Last action · September 3, 2025: Reported enrolledSponsor: Ryan Guillen

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What This Bill Does

The Texas House of Representatives formally pays tribute to the memory of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City, a World War II veteran and welder who passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 99.

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Changes only the official legislative record to honor an individual; no state funding, legal rights, or public services are altered.

Who It Affects

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Family and relatives of Arturo M. Garza

Receive formal condolences and an official copy of the resolution adopted by the Texas House of Representatives.

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What is the purpose of House Resolution 138?
H.R. No. 138 pays tribute to the memory of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City, extending condolences to his family and adjourning the Texas House of Representatives in his honor.
What military service did Arturo M. Garza complete?
He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1944 at age 18 and served in the Southern Philippines campaign during World War II, earning several medals and qualification as a Carbine Marksman.

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Current status: signed.

Procedural history

7 actions
  1. Sep 3, 2025House
    Reported enrolled
  2. Sep 3, 2025HouseFloor
    Adopted
  3. Sep 3, 2025House
    Laid before the House
  4. Sep 3, 2025House
    Placed on Congrat. & Memorial Res. Calendar
  5. Sep 3, 2025House
    Rules suspended
  6. Sep 2, 2025HouseCommittee
    Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
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  1. Sep 2, 2025HouseIntroduced
    Filed

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Sponsors

Ryan GuillenHouse · District 31RepublicanAuthor

Connected Entities

Arturo Javier Garza, Jesusa B. Garza, House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session and 13 more
PersonArturo Javier Garza“Child of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonJesusa B. Garza“Mother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
OrganizationHouse of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session“Legislative body adopting the resolution”Map →
PersonAlfredo“Brother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonMelba Ileana Garza“Child of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonSimon Jr.“Brother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonAdalberto“Brother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
OrganizationGeneral Welding Service“Welding business founded by Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonArmando“Brother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonImelda "Jimmie" Garza“Wife of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonArturo M. Garza“Subject of the memorial resolution”Map →
PersonArnoldo“Brother of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
OrganizationMo-Vac Service Company“Company where Arturo M. Garza was employed for several decades”Map →
OrganizationU.S. Army“Military branch where Arturo M. Garza served”Map →
PersonSimon Garza“Father of Arturo M. Garza”Map →
PersonMelissa Garza Reyna“Child of Arturo M. Garza”Map →

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capitol.texas.gov

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