H.R. No. 79 is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Lionel Charles Betancourt, who passed away on August 6, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in Brownsville, Texas, on November 26, 1933, Betancourt had a distinguished career, including significant contributions to NASA through his work at Collins Radio Company and serving as a founding director of the First National Bank of San Benito. He was deeply involved in his community, holding leadership positions such as chair of the Port Isabel-San Benito Navigation District and president of the San Benito Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of San Benito. His commitment to service was exemplified by his founding of the Adoption Awareness Project, which aimed to help children find permanent families.

The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Betancourt's family, including his wife Mary Anne, their children, grandchildren, and other relatives. It acknowledges his steadfast integrity, dedication to family, faith, and community, and emphasizes the inspiration he provided to those around him. The Texas House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution on September 2, 2025, and it calls for an official copy to be prepared for his family, concluding with a moment of remembrance for Betancourt.