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All 49,874 Active 26,732 In committee 24,304 Passed 17,352 Signed 5,397 Failed 212

passed · Texas · House May 1, 2025

HR 864: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Victoria College.

This resolution commemorates Victoria College's 100th anniversary in 2025. The Texas House of Representatives adopted it to formally recognize the college's history, founding in 1925, and its current role serving over 7,000 students annually through programs in education, workforce training, and community services. It does not create new policies or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation, with an official copy to be presented to Victoria College. The resolution specifically highlights the institution's contributions to economic growth and educational access in the Victoria community.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SB 2843: Relating to a study of the effectiveness of rules and policies implemented by the Parks and Wildlife Department to manage and contain chronic wasting disease and of cervid resistance to chronic wasting disease.

SB 2843 mandates a study by Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and UT Southwestern universities, in partnership with the Parks and Wildlife Department, to evaluate current rules for managing chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer and elk (cervids) and assess natural cervid resistance to CWD. The study requires a public input process including in-person hearings and a 60-day online portal for public comments on existing policies. Key provisions include comparing Texas policies with other states' approaches, analyzing policy benefits/deficiencies, and examining cervid genetic resistance through scientific data. The study must be completed by December 1, 2026, and reported to the department. This bill does not change existing policies but seeks research to inform future management decisions.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 469: Congratulating the Texas Woman's University athletic program for its success during the 2024-2025 sports year.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 469) passed by the Texas Senate on May 1, 2025, to formally congratulate Texas Woman's University (TWU) athletic programs for their achievements during the 2024-2025 sports year. It specifically highlights the TWU gymnastics team winning their 13th national championship, the dance team securing its first national title, and the women's basketball team advancing to the NCAA Division II regional final. The resolution recognizes individual awards for athletes and coaches, including national honors and program records. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it serves to honor TWU's athletic successes without creating new laws or obligations.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 468: Recognizing May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month.

This is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 468), not a bill with policy changes. It recognizes May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Texas and encourages all Texans to support mental health services, education, and community outreach. The resolution cites statistics about mental health challenges in Texas (e.g., 4.7 million adults living with mental illness, school psychologist shortages) but does not create new programs, funding, or legal requirements. It serves only as a formal acknowledgment of the issue, with no direct impact on individuals or existing services.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 473: Recognizing the National Conference of State Legislatures on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 473) recognizing the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its 50th anniversary. The resolution honors NCSL's work since 1975 in supporting state legislatures, fostering bipartisan cooperation, and strengthening state voices in federal policy. It has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Texas Senate's appreciation for NCSL's role in American democracy. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on May 1, 2025.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 470: Recognizing Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi on the on the occasion of the institution's 78th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 470), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi on the occasion of its 78th anniversary, celebrating its founding in 1947 and current status as a research institution serving over 10,000 students. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups; it is purely symbolic recognition by the Texas Senate. The Senate adopted it on May 1, 2025, and will provide a copy to the university as a gesture of appreciation.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 367: Recognizing The Texas A&M University System policy interns.

This is a procedural Senate Resolution (SR 367), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes student interns from four Texas A&M University System programs who are supporting the Texas Senate during the 89th Legislative Session. The resolution specifically acknowledges interns in the Agricultural and Natural Resources Policy Internship Program, Public Policy Internship Program, Bush School Capstone Scholars Program, and Tarleton State University internship program. It commends these students for their service and dedication to public policy work, without creating any new laws or policy changes.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 472: In memory of Jose Enrique Alejos.

This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 472) honoring Jose Enrique Alejos, a longtime Edinburg business owner and community member who died on February 8, 2025, at age 85. The resolution recognizes his founding of Hamburger King Restaurant, his dedication to mentoring youth through the Boys & Girls Club, and his role as a beloved family patriarch. It extends the Texas Senate’s condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy. The resolution had no policy impact - it was adopted by the Senate on May 1, 2025, and is purely ceremonial.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 471: Recognizing Royce Chadwick on the occasion of his retirement.

This Senate Resolution (SR 471) honors Royce Chadwick upon his retirement as head women's basketball coach at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. It commends his 30+ years of coaching success, including becoming the winningest coach in Southland Conference history and reaching 750 career wins. The resolution specifically recognizes his impact at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi since 2012 and his prior coaching roles at multiple universities. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create policy changes but serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Texas Senate.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 474: Recognizing the Public Utility Commission of Texas on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 474) recognizing the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) for its 50th anniversary of service. It commemorates the PUC's founding under the 1975 Public Utility Regulatory Act and highlights its role in regulating utilities like electricity, water, and telecommunications for Texans. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on May 1, 2025, and includes a copy for the PUC as a gesture of recognition. (Note: This is a procedural resolution with no policy changes.)

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 349: Recognizing Kier Le'Juan Spates for his work on behalf of those living with sickle-cell disease.

This bill is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 349) recognizing Kier Le'Juan Spates for his advocacy work related to sickle-cell disease. It specifically acknowledges his founding of the Kier's Hope Foundation (based in Dallas since 2015), his role as a celebrity ambassador for the Sickle Cell Disease Society of America, and his efforts to raise awareness about the disease. The resolution does not create any new laws, funding, or policy changes - it is solely a formal commendation by the Texas Senate. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action, as it serves only as a gesture of appreciation.

passed · Texas · Senate May 1, 2025

SR 466: In memory of Robert Barrett Wieners.

This resolution (SR 466) is a ceremonial tribute from the Texas Senate honoring Robert Barrett Wieners, a former Friendswood Police Chief and U.S. Marine Corps lieutenant colonel. It commemorates his life, military service (including over 20 years in the Marines), and 22-year career as Friendswood Police Chief, expressing condolences to his family. The resolution does not create new laws or affect policy - it serves only as a formal memorial statement.