H.R. 881 is a Texas House memorial resolution honoring the life of Jutson Benard Holton Jr. of Houston, who died on March 23, 2025, at age 78. The resolution recounts aspects of his life, including his upbringing, family, work history, and the values he was taught, and expresses sympathy to his family and friends.
The measure directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for his family and states that the Texas House of Representatives will adjourn in his memory. As a memorial resolution, it is commemorative rather than regulatory and does not create or amend substantive law.
Impact
H.R. 881 has no direct impact on state statutes, agency authority, or private legal rights. Its effect is ceremonial: it formally recognizes an individual’s life and service, extends condolences, and records the House’s tribute in the official legislative record. The only practical action required is preparation of an official copy for the family and adjournment in memory of Mr. Holton.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and respectful. The House unanimously adopted the resolution by a rising vote, indicating broad bipartisan or noncontroversial support. The language of the resolution is solemn and commemorative, focused on honoring Mr. Holton’s memory and offering sympathy to those who knew him.
Contention
There is no notable contention in the available record. No committee debate, amendments, or opposing votes are shown, and the resolution appears to have been treated as a routine local and consent calendar item. The only substantive discussion reflected in the text is the tribute itself, rather than any policy disagreement.