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HR 1197

Commending Theresa Hentges for her contributions as principal of Options High School.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mary González

H.R. 1197 formally commends Theresa Hentges for her service as principal of Options High School, recognizing her leadership with symbolic, non-binding recognition.

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Bill Summary · HR 1197

Summary — H.R. 1197

Title: Commending Theresa Hentges for her contributions as principal of Options High School
Classification: House resolution — Congratulatory & Honorary (I0705)
Status: Reported enrolled; Adopted by the House (May 23, 2025)
Introduced: February 11, 2025

Purpose and intent

H.R. 1197 is a non‑binding, ceremonial resolution that formally commends Theresa Hentges for her contributions and service as principal of Options High School. The measure is intended to recognize and honor Hentges’s leadership, dedication to students and staff, and positive impact on the Options High School community.

Key provisions

  • Officially commends Theresa Hentges for her service as principal of Options High School.
  • Directs that the text of the resolution be entered into the Congressional Record (standard for honorary resolutions).
  • Contains no legislative mandates, spending, or regulatory changes — it is purely honorary.

Who is affected

  • Primary subject: Theresa Hentges (the honoree).
  • Beneficiaries of recognition: Options High School, its students, faculty, staff, and the broader community, through symbolic acknowledgement.
  • No legal, fiscal, or administrative effects on federal agencies, programs, or private parties.

Sponsors and support

  • Primary sponsor: Rep. Robin L. Kelly.
  • Cosponsors: 25 members from both parties, including Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, Rep. Paul Tonko, Rep. Joyce Beatty, Rep. Kathy Castor, Rep. Troy Balderson, Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick, and others — reflecting bipartisan cosponsorship.
  • Related/companion measures: H.R. 1768 (companion) and S. 891 (companion).

Legislative timeline and procedural notes

  • 2025-02-11: Introduced in the House; referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • 2025-05-13: Filed.
  • 2025-05-16: Referred to Local & Consent Calendars.
  • 2025-05-22: Considered in Local & Consent Calendars.
  • 2025-05-23: Placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar; laid before the House; adopted by nonrecord vote; recorded in the House Journal; reported enrolled (finalized).
  • “Reported enrolled” indicates the resolution’s final form was prepared for the House record; because it is a House resolution of recognition, no further action (e.g., Senate passage or Presidential signature) is required for the House’s commendation to stand.

Impact

H.R. 1197 provides formal recognition and public appreciation of Theresa Hentges’s service. The resolution has symbolic and reputational significance for the honoree and her school but does not create legal rights, duties, or funding.

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

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