Relating to designating May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day.
Texas Senate Bill 1656 designates May 24 as "Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day" to honor the 21 individuals killed during the May 24, 2022 Uvalde school shooting. The bill specifically names all 21 victims by name and requires the state to observe the day through "appropriate ceremonies and activities." This is a commemorative measure with no policy or funding changes, solely focused on recognizing the tragedy and victims. It takes effect immediately if passed with a two-thirds vote, or September 1, 2025, otherwise.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2025
Last action Mar 11, 2025
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Mar 11, 2025
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Referred to Administration
upper
Mar 11, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Roland Gutierrez
DDemocratic
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