Texas legislation · 89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Texas HR40: In memory of Hanna Rose Lawrence and Rebecca Mark Lawrence of Dallas.
Status: Passed both chambers, August 28, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, August 28, 2025:
89(2) HR 40 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.R. No. 40 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Words cannot fully express the heartache felt by the family of twin sisters Hanna Rose Lawrence and Rebecca Mark Lawrence of Dallas, who tragically lost their lives on July 4, 2025, at the age of eight; and WHEREAS, Born on March 17, 2017, Hanna and Rebecca were beloved by their parents, Lacy and John Lawrence, and their older sister, Harper, along with their extended family of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins; and WHEREAS, Though distinct in personality, the pair shared an unbreakable sisterly bond; they had recently completed the second grade at University Park Elementary School, where Hanna stood out among her classmates with her extroverted charm and her affinity for the spotlight; Hanna, who had entered the world just two minutes before her sister, was a go-getter and a leader by nature, and she formed friendships effortlessly wherever she went; she had a deeply caring heart, and she dreamed of one day opening a restaurant to serve people in need; and WHEREAS, Rebecca, the more reserved and soft-spoken of the twins, had a heartwarming smile that mirrored her kind and sweet nature; she adored animals, particularly big cats, and enjoyed expressing herself through fashion; like her sister, she was full of love, creativity, and warmth, …
Sponsors
- Morgan Meyer (R, HD-108) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Reported enrolled
- : Adopted
- : Laid before the House
- : Placed on Congrat. & Memorial Res. Calendar
- : Rules suspended
- : Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
- : Filed
Subjects: LAWRENCE, REBECCA MARK (NU875), LAWRENCE, HANNA ROSE (NS07A), Resolutions--Memorial
Common questions
- What is HR40?
- HR40 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature 2nd Special Session): In memory of Hanna Rose Lawrence and Rebecca Mark Lawrence of Dallas.
- What is the status of HR40?
- Passed both chambers as of August 28, 2025. Latest action: Reported enrolled (August 28, 2025).
- Who sponsored HR40?
- Morgan Meyer (R, HD-108).
- Where is the official record for HR40?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HR00040
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