Texas House Bill HR602

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 2/23/09
• Refer: 2/25/09
• Enrolled: 3/18/09
• Passed: 3/18/09

Caption

Expressing appreciation to the Reverend Lisa Marshall for her service as Pastor of the Day for March 11, 2009.

Impact

The resolution serves to publicly honor a member of the clergy, which underscores the importance of spiritual leadership within the Texas community. By formally recognizing Reverend Marshall’s contributions, the House emphasizes the role of faith in public service and community support.

Summary

HR602 is a resolution expressing the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for Reverend Lisa Marshall, who served as Pastor of the Day on March 11, 2009. The resolution highlights her pastoral journey, beginning as a youth director and progressing to her role as associate pastor at First United Methodist Church in Denton. It acknowledges her dedication to her faith community and her recent achievement of earning a master of divinity degree.

Contention

The bill does not contain points of contention typically found in legislation, as it is a tribute to an individual rather than a policy that could provoke debate or disagreement. However, it reflects a broader acknowledgment of the intertwining of religion and government in certain cultural contexts.