Texas legislation · 89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Texas HCR7: In memory of Richard Augustus Hewitt of San Antonio.
Status: Signed into law, September 17, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, September 4, 2025:
89(2) HCR 7 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.C.R. No. 7 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to a close with the passing of Richard Augustus Hewitt of San Antonio on October 30, 2024, at the age of 88; and WHEREAS, The son of Herman and Elma Hewitt, Richard Hewitt was born in Effingham, South Carolina, on December 11, 1935, and he grew up with the companionship of a brother, James; during his youth, he was active in Future Farmers of America; and WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Hewitt served in the U.S. Air Force for two decades, and he completed numerous assignments across the United States and around the globe; he took on a number of different roles over the years, including Morse code operator, radio operator, and computer technician, and he eventually retired at the rank of technical sergeant; he went on to enjoy a rewarding career with the Burroughs Corporation; and WHEREAS, A dedicated Mason for 57 years, Mr. Hewitt was involved in Kelly Lodge No. 1131, where he served as senior steward, chaplain, and junior deacon; among his many achievements, he received the 50 Year Service Award from the lodge on September 1, 2016; in addition, he gave generously of his time to various civic organizations, …
Sponsors
- Tom Craddick (R, HD-082) · primary sponsor
- Kevin Sparks (R, SD-031)
Latest actions
- : Signed by the Governor
- : Sent to the Governor
- : Signed in the Senate
- : Signed in the House
- : Reported enrolled
- : Senate passage reported
- : Vote recorded in Journal
- : Read & adopted
- : Received from the House
- : Adopted
Subjects: HEWITT, RICHARD AUGUSTUS (NW2E3), Resolutions--Memorial
Common questions
- What is HCR7?
- HCR7 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature 2nd Special Session): In memory of Richard Augustus Hewitt of San Antonio.
- What is the status of HCR7?
- Signed into law as of September 17, 2025. Latest action: Signed by the Governor (September 17, 2025).
- Who sponsored HCR7?
- Tom Craddick (R, HD-082), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HCR7?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HCR00007
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