Bill
HR 1377
House pays a posthumous, symbolic tribute to Army Specialist Roberto Avila of San Elizario, recognizing his service and offering condolences to his family and community.
Purpose
H. Res. 1377 is a House resolution that formally pays tribute, posthumously, to the military service of U.S. Army Specialist Roberto Avila of San Elizario. The resolution is ceremonial in nature and expresses the sense of the House regarding Specialist Avila’s service and sacrifice.
Key provisions
- Declares the House’s official recognition and appreciation of Specialist Roberto Avila’s military service.
- Contains memorial language honoring his contributions and offering condolences to his family and community.
- Includes the designation/identifier “(NN9HT)” as part of the subject heading used in the resolution text.
Note: The resolution does not authorize expenditures, change statutes, create programs, or have binding legal effect. It is a symbolic statement of the House.
Who is affected
- The immediate and extended family and friends of Specialist Roberto Avila, who receive formal congressional recognition of his service.
- The San Elizario community, whose member is being honored.
- No federal agencies, programs, or budgets are changed by this resolution.
Procedural history & timeline
- Introduced in the House: February 14, 2025 (sponsor: Rep. Donald G. Davis).
- Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services: February 14, 2025.
- Filed: May 26, 2025.
- Referred to Local & Consent Calendars: May 29, 2025; considered May 30, 2025.
- Placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar and laid before the House: June 1, 2025.
- Adopted by the House and reported enrolled: June 1, 2025.
Sponsors
- Primary sponsor: Rep. Donald G. Davis
- Cosponsors: Reps. Henry C. “Hank” Johnson; Alma S. Adams; Stephen F. Lynch; Rashida Tlaib; Deborah K. Ross; André Carson
Impact and significance
This resolution serves as an official, public expression of the House of Representatives’ respect and remembrance for Specialist Roberto Avila. As a simple or memorial resolution, its principal impact is symbolic—providing formal recognition in the Congressional Record and offering comfort and honor to the deceased’s family and community.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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