H.R. No. 137 is a resolution honoring Frances "Poppy" Northcutt, a distinguished individual from Houston, for her exemplary career and significant contributions to both engineering and women's rights. A graduate of The University of Texas, Northcutt made history as the first woman to serve in an operational support role at NASA's Mission Control Center, where she played a crucial role in the Apollo program, including calculating return-to-Earth trajectories for Apollo 8 and contributing to the rescue of Apollo 13 astronauts. In addition to her engineering accomplishments, she pursued a law degree and has served in various legal roles, including as a felony prosecutor and a referral lawyer for a nonprofit assisting pregnant minors.

Beyond her professional achievements, Northcutt is a dedicated advocate for women's rights, having held leadership positions in organizations such as the National Organization for Women and the Harris County Women's Political Caucus. Her commitment to civic engagement is evident through her volunteer work at polling locations and her role as an election judge. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' admiration for Northcutt's trailblazing contributions and wishes her continued success in her endeavors.