H.R. No. 672 is a resolution honoring the lives and contributions of George William Strake Jr. and his wife, Annette DeWalch Strake, who both recently passed away. George Strake, who served as Texas Secretary of State and held various leadership roles in civic and charitable organizations, died on February 9, 2024, at the age of 88. He was a distinguished alumnus of the University of Notre Dame and had a successful career in the oil industry. Annette Strake, who passed away on November 16, 2023, at the age of 86, was actively involved in community service and supported Catholic education through the Strake Foundation. Together, they raised six children and were known for their hospitality and commitment to their community.

The resolution expresses deep condolences to the Strake family and acknowledges the couple's significant impact on their community through their civic engagement and philanthropic efforts. It highlights their devotion to each other and their family, as well as their contributions to various organizations, including the Rotary Club of Houston and the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. The Texas House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution, which serves as a tribute to the Strakes' legacy and the admiration they garnered from those who knew them.