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TX HR1240
Resolution
Status
6/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Bryant
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AI Summary
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Pays tribute to Carlton Carl of Martindale, Texas, who passed away on March 25, 2025, at age 79
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Honors his career in Texas politics, including serving as press secretary to Governor Preston Smith at age 26, working for Texas House Speaker Price Daniel Jr., and running campaigns for Bob Bullock and Ann Richards
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Recognizes his work in Washington, D.C., as press secretary to U.S. Representative John Bryant and later as vice president of communications for the American Association for Justice
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Acknowledges his revitalization of downtown Martindale, including purchasing vacant stores and a bank, establishing a library, founding the Martindale Historic Preservation Commission, and creating the historic district
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Notes his service as CEO and publisher of the Texas Observer and extends condolences to his surviving family members
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Resolution was unanimously adopted by rising vote on June 1, 2025, with the House adjourning in his memory
Legislative Description
In memory of Carlton Carl of Martindale.
Resolutions
Last Action
Reported enrolled
6/1/2025