H.R. No. 156 is a resolution honoring the memory of John Louis Burgess IV, Julia Walsh Anderson Burgess, their son John Louis Burgess V, and their youngest child James Littleton Burgess, who tragically lost their lives during the Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025. The resolution reflects on the profound sadness felt by their family, friends, and the Liberty community, highlighting the lives and contributions of John and Julia Burgess. John was a talented chef and later a successful funeral director and financial advisor, while Julia dedicated over 15 years to education, impacting countless students as a teacher and coach. They are remembered for their deep faith, community involvement, and the love they shared with their three children.

The resolution extends heartfelt condolences to the surviving family members, including their daughter Jenna, and acknowledges the support from relatives and friends across Texas. It emphasizes the lasting impact of the Burgess family's love and the void left by their untimely passing. The Texas House of Representatives unanimously adopted this resolution on September 3, 2025, ensuring that the memory of John, Julia, Jack, and James Burgess will be honored and remembered.