Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HR 1131

Filed
7/7/26  

Caption

Recognizing Diana Madrid for her contributions to the San Antonio community as the owner of Diana's Burgers.

Summary

H.R. 1131 is a ceremonial House resolution recognizing Diana Madrid for her contributions to the San Antonio community as the owner of Diana’s Burgers. The resolution highlights her role in continuing the legacy of her late brother’s well-known restaurant, Chris Madrid’s, and notes that Diana’s Burgers has become a local gathering place known for its burgers, fries, Tex-Mex menu items, and community events such as karaoke nights. The measure does not create or amend any substantive law. Instead, it expresses the Texas House of Representatives’ appreciation for Ms. Madrid’s entrepreneurship and community presence, and directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for her as a token of esteem.

Impact

Because H.R. 1131 is a congratulatory resolution, it has no direct impact on state statutes, regulations, or government programs. Its effect is limited to formal legislative recognition of an individual business owner and her establishment, with no legal obligations or rights created for the state, local governments, or private parties.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive. The bill was adopted by the House by non-record vote, indicating no recorded opposition and suggesting broad, routine support for honoring a local business owner and community institution. The available context shows no committee debate or dissent.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. The resolution is noncontroversial and ceremonial in nature, and the absence of recorded votes or committee discussion suggests it was treated as a Local and Consent Calendar item with little or no opposition. Any discussion would likely have focused on the merits of recognizing Ms. Madrid’s business and community contributions rather than on policy differences.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR1340

Recognizing Dwight Hobart for his contributions to the San Antonio community as the owner of Liberty Bar.

TX HR1249

Recognizing Jaime Macias for his contributions to the San Antonio community as the owner of Jaime's Place.

TX HR1084

Recognizing Jaime Macias for his contributions to the San Antonio community as the owner of Jaime's Place.

TX HR1248

Recognizing Richard "Andy" Palacios II for his contributions to the San Antonio community as owner of Tony's Siesta and co-owner of Atlee's Rally.

TX HR1129

In memory of Diana Destine Sandefer Denman of San Antonio.

TX SR139

Recognizing Betsy Buhler for her service to Community Bible Church in San Antonio.

TX HR831

Recognizing Erica LaHood for her role as La Reina Linda XI for Fiesta San Antonio.

TX HR623

Recognizing March 26, 2025, as VIVA San Antonio! Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR131

Recognizing February 4, 2025, as UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Day at the State Capitol.

TX SR693

Recognizing the San Antonio Coalition for Veterans and Families for its service to the military community.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.