SR 701 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of James Edward Hanlon.

This is a memorial resolution (SR 701), not a substantive bill. It honors James Edward Hanlon, a Tyler resident who died on April 4, 2025, at age 91. The Texas Senate resolution pays tribute to his life, citing his military service, career with CBS, the New York Yankees, and cable television businesses, as well as his family and community involvement. It extends sympathy to his family and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or laws.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2025

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jun 2025

House Passage

Governor

Introduced May 31, 2025 Last action Jun 1, 2025

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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill text was reformatted from a draft introduction version to the final enrolled version, with significant content additions and reorganization. The primary substantive change is the addition of a new WHEREAS clause acknowledging the deceased's wife Joyce and their 54-year marriage, which was not present in the original draft. The bill also includes certification language confirming Senate adoption.

Scope change

The bill's scope remains unchanged as it is a memorial resolution for James Edward Hanlon; no new policy scope was added.

REQUIREMENT

Added a new clause acknowledging the deceased's wife Joyce and their 54-year marriage, expanding the tribute to include family relationships beyond children and grandchildren.

TECHNICAL

Converted the document from a draft introduction format to the final enrolled version, including signature lines for the Senate President and Secretary, and certification of adoption on June 1, 2025.

Reorganized the bill text structure with improved formatting, spacing, and capitalization consistent with final legislative documents.

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Jun 1, 2025

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