H.R. No. 275 is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Zinetta Arceneaux Burney, who passed away on September 22, 2024, at the age of 83. A native of Houston, Zinetta overcame personal challenges to achieve significant educational and professional milestones, including earning her GED, a bachelor's degree in mathematics, and a law degree from Texas Southern University. She co-founded the first African American female-led law practice in the United States, known as "Sisters in Law," and later became the senior partner at Burney & Foreman. Zinetta served as the presiding judge of Harris County Justice of the Peace Court for 15 years, during which she was known for her generosity and commitment to her community.

The resolution acknowledges Zinetta Burney's extensive contributions to the legal profession and her active involvement in various community organizations, including the Houston Lawyers Association and the Greater Houston Women's Foundation. Her work earned her numerous accolades and recognition from various institutions. The Texas House of Representatives expresses its deepest sympathy to her family and friends, recognizing her as a pioneering legal professional and a pillar of her community. The resolution concludes with a directive to prepare an official copy for her family and to adjourn in her memory.