Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Raúl M. Grijalva.
Summary
H. Res. 240 is a simple House resolution expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives over the death of Representative Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona. It formally records the chamber’s condolences and directs the Clerk to communicate the resolution to the Senate and transmit a copy to the family of the deceased.
The resolution also instructs that when the House adjourns on the day of adoption, it do so as a further mark of respect to Representative Grijalva’s memory. As a memorial resolution, it does not create policy, appropriate funds, or amend any law; its purpose is ceremonial and commemorative.
Impact
This resolution has no direct impact on state laws or federal statutory law. It does not alter legal rights, duties, programs, or appropriations, and it affects no regulated parties beyond the House’s internal proceedings and the formal communication of condolences to the Senate and the family of the deceased.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly respectful and solemn. The House acted without objection, reflecting bipartisan agreement and a customary practice of honoring a deceased member through a memorial resolution and adjournment in his memory.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the text or voting history. Because the measure is a memorial resolution, any discussion would typically center on the appropriateness of the tribute and the chamber’s observance of respect, rather than on substantive legislative disagreements. The unanimous, noncontroversial action indicates no recorded opposition.