SR 719 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

In memory of Dave Welch.

This is a commemorative Senate Resolution (SR 719) honoring the late Pastor Dave Welch, founder of the Houston Area Pastor Council and other faith-based organizations. It expresses the Texas Senate's condolences to his family and formally requests the Senate adjourn in his memory. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. It serves solely as a symbolic tribute to Welch's decades of leadership in religious and community organizations.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
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Jun 2025
House Passage
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Introduced Jun 1, 2025 Last action Jun 1, 2025
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This document shows the transition of Senate Resolution 719 from its initial draft to its final enrolled version. The primary changes involve formatting adjustments, removal of draft metadata, and reorganization of text to meet official legislative standards. The substantive content honoring Pastor Dave Welch remains unchanged.
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