SR 526 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Recognizing Berna Dean Steptoe on the occasion of her retirement.

This resolution (SR 526) is a ceremonial gesture by the Texas Senate honoring Berna Dean Steptoe's retirement from WFAA in Dallas after 33 years of journalism. It recognizes her work producing "Inside Texas Politics," her 2019 Walter Cronkite Award for political journalism, and her community involvement. The Senate formally congratulates her and extends "sincere best wishes for the future" through a written resolution. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.

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May 2025

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May 2025

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Introduced May 13, 2025 Last action May 15, 2025

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