Texas legislation · 89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Texas HR72: Honoring Amber Cervantes for her work to raise awareness of Huntington's disease.
Status: Passed both chambers, August 27, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, August 27, 2025:
89(2) HR 72 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.R. No. 72 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Amber Cervantes has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about the neurodegenerative disorder known as Huntington's disease, and her efforts are indeed deserving of special recognition; and WHEREAS, A native of El Paso and an educator in the Georgetown Independent School District, Mrs. Cervantes became active in the Huntington's disease community after her husband, Albert, was diagnosed in 2018; at the time, Mr. Cervantes was a member of the United States Air Force, and he ultimately served his nation for more than 20 years before retiring; the disease is characterized by such neurological symptoms as mood swings, depression, forgetfulness, involuntary movements, and difficulties with speech and swallowing, which become more severe over time; as the disease progresses, sufferers gradually lose the ability to carry out daily tasks on their own, leading to increasing reliance on family members and caregivers; and WHEREAS, The life-altering nature of Huntington's disease, combined with the fact that it often manifests during a person's prime working years, can be devastating for affected individuals and their loved ones; hoping to make a difference for families like her own, Mrs. Cervantes became involved in the Huntington's Disease Society of America and has since lobbied for timely Medicare assistance for those coping with a Huntington's disease …
Sponsors
- Joseph Moody (D, HD-078) · primary sponsor
- Caroline Harris Davila (R, HD-052)
Latest actions
- : Reported enrolled
- : Adopted
- : Laid before the House
- : Placed on Congrat. & Memorial Res. Calendar
- : Rules suspended
- : Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
- : Filed
Subjects: Resolutions--Congratulatory & Honorary, CERVANTES, AMBER (ND4WF)
Common questions
- What is HR72?
- HR72 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature 2nd Special Session): Honoring Amber Cervantes for her work to raise awareness of Huntington's disease.
- What is the status of HR72?
- Passed both chambers as of August 27, 2025. Latest action: Reported enrolled (August 27, 2025).
- Who sponsored HR72?
- Joseph Moody (D, HD-078), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HR72?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HR00072
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