Bill · H.Res. 1461· House(119-HRES-1461)
Original Resolution Honoring the Life, Public Service, and Legacy of the Honorable Craig Anthony Washington
- Introduced
- 7/27/2026
- Last activity
- 7/27/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Sponsored by
- Al Green
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This bill is a resolution in the House of Representatives honoring the life, public service, and legacy of the late Congressman Craig Anthony Washington. It details his upbringing in Texas, his education, and his career as a lawyer, civil rights advocate, and lawmaker in the Texas Legislature and United States Congress. The text highlights his specific policy efforts, including supporting civil rights legislation, opposing certain trade and military agreements, and advocating for criminal justice reform. Finally, the resolution formally states that the House of Representatives honors his contributions and expresses respect for his work.
Yes· 3 of 15
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7
The resolution details Washington's career-long advocacy for civil rights, racial justice, and fighting institutionalized racism.
Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?+7
The resolution highlights his advocacy for alternative sentencing and opposition to punitive criminal justice measures.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+7
The resolution honors a prominent Black legislator who championed civil rights and attended historically Black institutions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Recognition of Public Service: The primary provision of the bill in the final resolving clause honors the life, legacy, and public service of Congressman Craig Anthony Washington. This positively acknowledges a historical figure who fought for civil rights and criminal justice reform.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that impose burdens, penalties, or negative consequences on individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Criminal Sentencing Reform+7Improves Racial Equity+7Improves Policing Reform+6Improves Gender Equality+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+7Good For Children+5Good For Women+5Good For Low Income Households+4Good For Urban Residents+4
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Union Protections+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Reduces Military Spending+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+1
- 7/27/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.