Texas legislation · 89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Texas HR138: In memory of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City.
Status: Passed both chambers, September 3, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, September 3, 2025:
89(2) HR 138 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.R. No. 138 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to a close with the passing of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City on June 16, 2025, at the age of 99; and WHEREAS, The son of Simon and Jesusa B. Garza, Arturo Garza was born in Rio Grande City on December 10, 1925, and he grew up with five brothers, Arnoldo, Armando, Alfredo, Adalberto, and Simon; answering his nation's call to duty, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1944 at the age of 18 and served in the Southern Philippines campaign as part of the Pacific Theater of World War II; his commendations included the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one bronze star, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with one bronze star, the World War II Victory Medal, and two Overseas Service Bars, and he was recognized as a Carbine Marksman; and WHEREAS, After the war, Mr. Garza embarked on a career as a welder; he founded General Welding Service in the 1950s, and he distinguished himself through his contributions to major infrastructure projects, including construction of the Falcon Dam; in the mid-1960s, he joined Mo-Vac Service Company, where he was employed for several decades and constructed tankers; he earned a reputation for his dedication and craftsmanship, …
Sponsors
- Ryan Guillen (R, HD-031) · 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: Resolutions--Memorial, GARZA, ARTURO M. (N638N)
Common questions
- What is HR138?
- HR138 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature 2nd Special Session): In memory of Arturo M. Garza of Rio Grande City.
- What is the status of HR138?
- Passed both chambers as of September 3, 2025. Latest action: Reported enrolled (September 3, 2025).
- Who sponsored HR138?
- Ryan Guillen (R, HD-031).
- Where is the official record for HR138?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HR00138
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