H.R. No. 88 is a resolution honoring the life and service of James Bobbitt, a dedicated firefighter with the Flower Mound Fire Department, who passed away on December 12, 2024, at the age of 50. Born on August 23, 1974, Bobbitt began his firefighting career as a volunteer in Springtown, where he earned the Rookie of the Year award. He joined the Flower Mound Fire Department in 2007, where he served for 17 years, receiving accolades such as Firefighter of the Year twice. Known for his mentorship and support to fellow firefighters, Bobbitt also advocated for the inclusion of esophageal cancer on the state's list of presumptive cancers for firefighters after his own diagnosis.
The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' condolences to Bobbitt's family, friends, and colleagues, recognizing his commitment to public service and the impact he had on his community. It concludes with a directive to prepare an official copy of the resolution for his family and to adjourn in his memory, reflecting the respect and admiration held for him by his peers and the community he served. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the House on March 13, 2025.