✅Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 345 in San Benito as the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway.

HB 1960

✅ HB 1960: Memorial Highway Honoring Lieutenant Milton Resendez

What it says it does:
HB 1960 designates the portion of State Highway 345 within San Benito as the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway. It directs the Texas Department of Transportation to install highway markers recognizing his service and sacrifice.

What it actually changes:
It adds this memorial designation to the Transportation Code. TxDOT can only install the markers if costs are covered by private donations or grants, following current law. No new state funds or rulemaking powers are created.

Who is pushing for it:
Authored by Rep. Janie Lopez (R-HD37) with Senate sponsorship by Sen. Hinojosa. Witnesses included San Benito officials, the local police department, and members of the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Foundation.

Who benefits:
The San Benito community gains a lasting public tribute to a fallen officer. Law enforcement morale is strengthened, and the bill provides a visible symbol of gratitude without taxpayer expense.

Bottom line:
HB 1960 is a clean, bipartisan recognition bill that honors service, costs the state nothing, and reflects well on community-driven remembrance. It’s a reminder that dignity and gratitude don’t have to come with a price tag.

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