H.R. No. 37 is a resolution honoring the memory of Lila James Bonner, a nine-year-old girl from Dallas who tragically passed away on July 4, 2025, due to flooding in the Hill Country. Lila, born on June 26, 2016, was a beloved daughter to Blake and Caitlin Bonner and a role model for her younger sisters, Scarlett and Wynn. She was actively involved in her community, attending Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, excelling in sports as a goalie for the Highland Park Scots Club soccer team, and participating in piano and dance. Lila had a deep love for animals and aspired to become a veterinarian, leading her family to establish "Lila's Light," a foundation dedicated to supporting animal rescue in her honor.
The resolution expresses profound condolences to Lila's family, including her parents, sisters, grandparents, great-grandmother, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, acknowledging the significant impact she had on their lives and the community. It emphasizes the joy and happiness Lila brought to those around her and recognizes the outpouring of support and sympathy following her untimely passing. The Texas House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution on August 27, 2025, and it calls for an official copy to be prepared for her family, ensuring that Lila's memory is cherished and honored.