H.R. No. 1240 is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Carlton Carl, a respected wordsmith, philanthropist, and entrepreneur from Martindale, Texas, who passed away on March 25, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Houston and a graduate of Columbia University, Carlton had a distinguished career in journalism and politics, serving as press secretary for notable figures such as Texas Governor Preston Smith and U.S. Representative John Bryant. He later became vice president of communications for the American Association for Justice and returned to Texas to revitalize downtown Martindale, where he played a crucial role in community development and historic preservation.

The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Carlton Carl's family, including his nephew, nieces, grandnephews, and other relatives, acknowledging the profound impact he had on his community and the inspiration he provided to those who knew him. It concludes with a directive for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and states that the Texas House of Representatives will adjourn in his memory. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the House on June 1, 2025.