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HR 17

In memory of Corey D. Comperatore of Sarver, Pennsylvania.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Pat Curry and 1 co-sponsor

Texas legislature adopts memorial resolution honoring Corey D. Comperatore, Pennsylvania resident killed protecting others during 2024 assassination attempt.

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Bill Summary · HR 17

Legislative bill overview

HR 17 is a memorial resolution honoring Corey D. Comperatore of Sarver, Pennsylvania, who was killed in the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The bill recognizes his sacrifice and heroism in protecting others during the incident.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve to formally acknowledge significant loss and honor individuals who died in tragic circumstances. This resolution provides official legislative recognition of Comperatore's actions during a nationally significant event and demonstrates respect across state lines—the resolution was introduced in Texas despite the subject being a Pennsylvania resident.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of legislative time: Some may question whether state legislatures should spend time on memorial resolutions for individuals outside their state, particularly when the individual's home state (Pennsylvania) could pass such recognition
  • Political sensitivity: The bill commemorates someone killed during a politically charged event, which could attract partisan attention despite the memorial's non-partisan intent
  • Precedent concerns: Questions about which tragedies and individuals warrant interstate legislative memorials versus local/state recognition

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

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