H.R. No. 429 is a resolution congratulating Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. on his upcoming induction into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame on May 31, 2025. A native of Temple, Texas, Dr. Harris pursued his dream of becoming an astronaut after witnessing the first moon landing. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Houston and a medical degree from Texas Tech University. After completing his residency at the Mayo Clinic, he joined NASA's Astronaut Corps in 1990, where he made history as the first African American to walk in space during the STS-63 mission. Throughout his decade-long career at NASA, he received numerous accolades, including the NASA Award of Merit and the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

Following his tenure at NASA, Dr. Harris transitioned into entrepreneurship, serving as vice president of Spacehab, Inc., and later founding Versalius Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on healthcare technologies. He is also dedicated to inspiring minority students to pursue STEM careers through initiatives like the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for Dr. Harris and extends best wishes for his continued success, with an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for him.