Texas legislation · 89th Legislature 2nd Special Session
Texas HR161: Honoring the first responders, government officials, volunteers, and donors who have assisted in the recovery from the May 2025 tornado in Gordon.
Status: Passed both chambers, September 3, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, September 3, 2025:
89(2) HR 161 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.R. No. 161 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, In the wake of the devastating tornado that struck the town of Gordon on May 18, 2025, first responders, government officials, and volunteers have come together to aid those affected and begin rebuilding the community; and WHEREAS, The powerful EF-1 tornado touched down that Sunday evening with winds reaching 105 miles per hour; in just minutes, the storm damaged 31 homes, knocked out power throughout the area, and caused extensive destruction to Gordon Independent School District facilities; the town's sole public school campus was flooded, forcing the district to cancel classes for the remainder of the year, and the storm also ripped through the baseball and football fields and demolished locker rooms, a field house, and storage structures; and WHEREAS, Emergency crews quickly sprang into action, moving through hard-hit neighborhoods to assess residents and provide medical care where needed; thankfully, no lives were lost, and only minor injuries were reported; and WHEREAS, In the aftermath of the disaster, a wave of support for the community poured in from near and far; first responders and concerned citizens alike have worked to repair roofs, clear fallen trees from roadways, distribute water, and offer words of encouragement to storm victims; businesses, churches, school districts, and other entities also have …
Sponsors
- Mike Olcott (R, HD-060) · 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: GORDON COMMUNITY RESPONDERS (NG16M), Resolutions--Congratulatory & Honorary
Common questions
- What is HR161?
- HR161 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature 2nd Special Session): Honoring the first responders, government officials, volunteers, and donors who have assisted in the recovery from the May 2025 tornado in Gordon.
- What is the status of HR161?
- Passed both chambers as of September 3, 2025. Latest action: Reported enrolled (September 3, 2025).
- Who sponsored HR161?
- Mike Olcott (R, HD-060).
- Where is the official record for HR161?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=892&Bill=HR00161
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