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Texas House adopts ceremonial resolutions, reads permanent officers and administers oaths
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The Texas House of Representatives on Feb. 6 adopted several ceremonial resolutions honoring individuals and counties, announced permanent house officers and administered the official oath to those officers; all measures were adopted by voice vote and no substantive policy measures were taken.
The Texas House of Representatives on Feb. 6 adopted a series of ceremonial resolutions honoring people and counties, announced its list of permanent officers for the 80th Legislature and administered the official oath to those officers.
Representative Jones of Dallas introduced HR 190, a memorial resolution for Antonio Cornelius Baker, describing Baker’s work on HIV/AIDS policy and his service in federal and nonprofit roles. Representative Jones moved adoption; the resolution was adopted by voice vote. "Cornelius' dedication...will continue to find inspiration in his kind, joyful nature and fierce advocacy for the most vulnerable," Jones said.
The chamber also adopted resolutions recognizing county "days" at the Capitol: HR 135 (Howard County Day) introduced by Representative Darby; HR 177 (Hood County Day) introduced by Representative…
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