This House resolution honors the life, public service, and legacy of the Honorable Craig Anthony Washington. It lists his biography and career: born October 12, 1941, in Longview, Texas; moved to Houston; attended historically Black schools; earned a B.S. in biology from Prairie View A&M University (1966); graduated first in his class from Texas Southern University Law School (1969); served briefly on the law school faculty; entered private law practice and helped found a law firm. He was elected to the Texas House in 1972 (served five terms), to the Texas Senate in 1982 (later served as President Pro Tempore), and to the U.S. House of Representatives in a special election and was sworn in January 23, 1990. The resolution notes his committee assignments in Congress (Judiciary; Education and Labor; Select Committee on Hunger; Energy and Commerce) and describes his work on civil rights and criminal justice matters, including support for the Civil Rights Act of 1991, opposition to certain punitive criminal measures, and sponsorship of crime-prevention and family-unity projects. It also records his opposition to NAFTA and to the 1991 authorization for use of military force in the Persian Gulf. The resolution concludes by honoring his contributions to civil and human rights, criminal justice reform, and representative government.
This resolution is an honorific statement from the House that recognizes Craig Washington's life and public service. It records and praises his career and actions listed in the text. No specific programs, regulations, or new legal authorities are created in the resolution text. For formal status, the resolution was introduced July 27, 2026, by Representative Al Green and was referred to the House Committee on House Administration; its stage is listed as In Progress.
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The resolution text frames Craig Washington as a distinguished legislator, attorney, civil rights advocate, and champion for justice. It highlights his legislative leadership in Texas and Congress, his legal career and recognitions, and his work on civil rights, criminal justice reform, and programs to support families of incarcerated people. The resolution expresses respect for his lasting contributions to Houston, Texas, the United States, and broader movements for justice.
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