Bill

HR 1206

Commending Stephen Fernandez for his contributions as principal of Col. John O. Ensor Middle School.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mary González

Ceremonial House resolution commends Stephen Fernandez for leadership as principal of Col. John O. Ensor Middle School; symbolic recognition with no legal or fiscal effect.

Reported enrolled

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Bill Summary · HR 1206

Summary — H.R. 1206

Title: Commending Stephen Fernandez for his contributions as principal of Col. John O. Ensor Middle School
Classification: Congratulatory / Honorary resolution
Introduced: February 11, 2025
Status: Reported enrolled (adopted by the House on May 23, 2025)

Purpose

H.R. 1206 is a House resolution that formally recognizes and commends Stephen Fernandez for his service and contributions as principal of Col. John O. Ensor Middle School. The measure is honorary in nature and expresses the sense of the House regarding Mr. Fernandez’s leadership and service to his school and community.

Key provisions

Offers a formal commendation and congratulations to Stephen Fernandez for his contributions as principal of Col. John O. Ensor Middle School.
Records the House’s appreciation and recognition of his leadership, service to students, and positive impact on the school community.

(Note: The bill text is ceremonial; it does not change law, appropriate funds, or create regulatory obligations.)

Who is affected

Directly: Stephen Fernandez, the principal being honored.
Indirectly: Col. John O. Ensor Middle School, its students, staff, and local community through public recognition.
Broadly: No legal or fiscal impacts on federal policy, agencies, or taxpayers.

Procedural history / Timeline

2025-02-11: Introduced in the House; referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
2025-05-13: Filed (clerical/filing entry).
2025-05-16: Referred to Local & Consent Calendars.
2025-05-22: Considered in Local & Consent Calendars.
2025-05-23: Laid before the House; placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar; adopted by the House (nonrecord vote recorded in the Congressional Journal).
2025-05-24: Reported enrolled.

Related legislation

S. 530 — companion measure in the Senate (companion indicates a parallel or similar resolution submitted in the Senate).

Impact and legal effect

H.R. 1206 is symbolic and non‑binding. Its adoption constitutes an official expression of the House’s congratulations and recognition but does not create legal rights, impose obligations, or authorize spending. The resolution primarily serves to celebrate Mr. Fernandez’s accomplishments and to acknowledge them on the congressional record.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.