Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HR2005

Caption

In memory of John William Zerr of Hondo.

Impact

The passage of HR2005 serves to recognize and honor the legacy of John William Zerr, thus establishing a formal acknowledgment of his contributions to both education and athletics in the state. It contributes to state laws by reinforcing the importance of recognizing community figures who have made significant impacts in local sports and education, potentially influencing future legislative proposals pertaining to community memorials and acknowledgments.

Summary

House Resolution 2005 (HR2005) is a memorial resolution dedicated to the memory of John William Zerr of Hondo, who passed away in 2017. The resolution reflects on Mr. Zerr’s life, highlighting his contributions as a long-serving athletic trainer and teacher, and his significant impact on the sports community in Hondo. With sentimentality, the resolution recounts Mr. Zerr's growth from a young athlete to a revered figure in athletic training, emphasizing his dedication to cultivating future professionals and his role in mentoring individuals who would go on to work with well-known football teams, including the Dallas Cowboys.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill is overwhelmingly positive, as it is a resolution born out of respect and admiration for Mr. Zerr's character and contributions to the community. The discussions surrounding the bill underscore the value placed on honoring local figures in the context of collective memory and community values. This resonates with sentiments of gratitude and nostalgia, creating a reflective atmosphere that celebrates individual legacies.

Contention

While the resolution is primarily a tribute and unlikely to face significant contention, the broader discussions about memorial resolutions can sometimes reflect differing opinions on how to commemorate individuals in the legislature. However, in this case, HR2005 was unanimously adopted, indicating a strong consensus among the legislators on the appropriateness of commemorating Mr. Zerr's life and contributions. Such resolutions may prompt discussions on what merits recognition and how communities choose to celebrate their local heroes.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX SR36

In memory of John Hamshire Williams.

TX SR15

In memory of Curtis Williams Mewbourne of Tyler.

TX HR87

In memory of John William Hayes of San Antonio.

TX HR1136

In memory of Paul Williams of Little River-Academy.

TX HR879

In memory of Wayne Smith Johnston of San Antonio.

TX HR530

In memory of Roy Chester Johnson of Killeen.

TX HR615

In memory of John Richard Orr of Clint.

TX HR1367

In memory of Everett Barker "Butch" Williams.

TX HR1150

In memory of William Ryle "Bill" Edwards Jr. of Corpus Christi.

TX HR8

In memory of Allen Linn Williamson of Runaway Bay.

Similar Bills

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