Original Resolution Honoring the Life, Public Service, and Legacy of the Honorable Craig Anthony Washington
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1461 is a commemorative resolution that would formally have the House of Representatives honor the life and career of the late Congressman Craig Anthony Washington of Texas. The resolution recounts his biography and public service, including his education at historically Black institutions, his years practicing and teaching law in Houston, his service in the Texas House and Senate, and his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives beginning in 1990, where he served on the Judiciary, Education and Labor, and Energy and Commerce committees. It highlights his work on civil rights legislation, criminal justice reform proposals, and his positions on issues such as NAFTA and the 1991 Gulf War authorization. The resolution then formally states that the House honors his life and legacy, recognizes his contributions to civil rights and criminal justice reform, and expresses respect for his impact on Houston, Texas, and the nation.
This measure does not create law, spend money, or regulate any activity; it is a symbolic statement of recognition. It affects no one directly in a legal or financial sense, though it serves to formally memorialize Washington's public record on behalf of the House.
The resolution was introduced on July 27, 2026, by Rep. Al Green of Texas and referred to the Committee on House Administration, which is the standard next step for such resolutions. It would need to be considered and passed by the House, typically by voice vote or unanimous consent, to take effect as an official expression of the chamber's sentiment.
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Timeline
27 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1461 do?
- H.Res. 1461 is a commemorative resolution that would formally have the House of Representatives honor the life and career of the late Congressman Craig Anthony Washington of Texas. The resolution recounts his biography and public service, including his education at historically Black institutions, his years practicing and teaching law in Houston, his service in the Texas House and Senate, and his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives beginning in 1990, where he served on the Judiciary, Education and Labor, and Energy and Commerce committees. It highlights his work on civil rights legislation, criminal justice reform proposals, and his positions on issues such as NAFTA and the 1991 Gulf War authorization. The resolution then formally states that the House honors his life and legacy, recognizes his contributions to civil rights and criminal justice reform, and expresses respect for his impact on Houston, Texas, and the nation. This measure does not create law, spend money, or regulate any activity; it is a symbolic statement of recognition. It affects no one directly in a legal or financial sense, though it serves to formally memorialize Washington's public record on behalf of the House. The resolution was introduced on July 27, 2026, by Rep. Al Green of Texas and referred to the Committee on House Administration, which is the standard next step for such resolutions. It would need to be considered and passed by the House, typically by voice vote or unanimous consent, to take effect as an official expression of the chamber's sentiment.
- Has H.Res. 1461 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1461. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1461?
- H.Res. 1461 was sponsored by Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9] (D-TX), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1461?
- Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (27 Jul 2026).
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