TexasTexas House honors Daniel Garcia as Austin’s Catholic bishop
The Texas House honors Daniel E. Garcia for his July 2, 2025, appointment as bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Austin.
What it does
The Texas House congratulates Daniel E. Garcia on his appointment as Austin’s Catholic bishop, wishes him well, and directs that an official copy be prepared for him.
Argument forThe tribute could give public recognition to Garcia’s work helping vulnerable people and his service to fellow Texans.
Argument againstAn official tribute to a Catholic bishop could raise concerns among some Texans about the House favoring one faith.
More detail
The Texas House congratulates Daniel E. Garcia and directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for him. The honor recognizes Garcia’s appointment as bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Austin. The House adopted the resolution on August 27, 2025.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Aug 28Reported enrolledLatest
- Aug 27AdoptedAdopted
- Aug 27Laid before the HouseMinor
- Aug 27Placed on Congrat. & Memorial Res. Calendar
- Aug 26Rules suspended
- Aug 25Referred to Local & Consent CalendarsMinor
- Aug 18FiledIntroduced
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