This is a Senate resolution honoring Marsha Sue Lester, who died on June 7, 2025, at age 83. It commemorates her life, family, and contributions as a wife, mother, and community member. The resolution asks the Texas Senate to adjourn in her memory and provides a copy to her family, with no policy changes or direct effects on any group. It is purely a ceremonial tribute.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 83) honoring Mary Alice Eady, a Longview resident who died on June 6, 2025, at age 81. The Texas Senate resolution pays tribute to her life, faith, family, and community involvement, extending condolences to her family including her daughters, grandchildren, and extended relatives. It does not create any new policy or affect any laws or regulations. The resolution serves as a formal Senate tribute and is purely ceremonial.
This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 77), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It honors Kenneth Allen Griffin, a Katy resident who died on June 22, 2025, at age 82, by memorializing his life and expressing condolences to his family. The resolution details his background - including his military family, NASA career, public relations work, family life, and community involvement - and formally extends the Texas Senate's tribute to his memory. As a memorial resolution, it has no effect on laws or policies.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 85), not a substantive bill. It honors Anthony Lynn Shumake, a De Kalb resident who died on May 15, 2025, at age 62. The resolution extends condolences to his wife Barbara, daughters Lacey and Kelsey, grandchildren, siblings, and other family members, and requests the Texas Senate adjourn in his memory. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond this ceremonial tribute.
This is a memorial resolution (SR 73) honoring Bobby Ray Moyers, a Gladewater, Texas resident who died on May 31, 2025, at age 89. The resolution commemorates his 69-year career as a barber, military service, 64-year marriage, large family, community involvement (including football concessions and the Gladewater Rodeo), and faith. It extends condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, and friends. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any group.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring U.S. Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega Jr., who died in the line of duty in 2014. It commemorates his life, career with the U.S. Border Patrol (including his work as a K-9 handler), and family, while expressing the Texas Senate's tribute. The resolution extends sympathy to his family and colleagues and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory. It has no policy impact or binding effect - only symbolic recognition.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) from the Texas Senate. It formally recognizes Dr. Richard M. Peterson for being elected president of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). The resolution highlights his professional achievements, including his 20-year involvement with ASMBS, leadership roles, medical expertise, and military service as a U.S. Air Force major. It has no policy impact - it is solely a symbolic gesture of congratulations with no legislative effect.
This Senate Resolution (SR 95) formally recognizes Dr. James L. Grigsby Jr. upon his retirement from dentistry after over 55 years of practice. It honors his career achievements, including pioneering dental implant procedures and serving communities in Richardson, Garland, and Longview, while acknowledging his professional reputation and personal values. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely ceremonial, extending congratulations and best wishes for his retirement.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 96) honoring Madeline Groce, a 106-year-old Burleson County resident. The Texas Senate formally recognizes her 106th birthday, highlighting her lifelong service in her community, family life, and work at local schools and hospitals. The resolution extends congratulations and best wishes but does not create any new laws or affect policy. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for her contributions.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 92) recognizing Annette Holmes' retirement from her role as a senior analyst at the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. It honors her 46 years of public service to Texas, including 31 years at the Comptroller's office and prior work with the Legislative Black Caucus, Texas Senate offices, and Travis County. The resolution formally commends her contributions and extends congratulations on her retirement. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.
This Senate Resolution (SR 28) formally recognizes the Bethune Woman's Club for celebrating 80 years of service to the Brazos Valley community. It honors the club's founding in 1945 (originally as the Negro Woman's Club), its renaming after educator Mary McLeod Bethune, and its ongoing work supporting youth, scholarships, and community events like the fall festival and Debutante Ball. The resolution, adopted by the Texas Senate on August 15, 2025, expresses commendation for the club's dedication and includes a copy for the organization as a gesture of esteem. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 14), not a law-making bill. It formally congratulates the Midway High School (Waco) baseball team for winning the 2025 University Interscholastic League Class 6A Division I state championship. The resolution specifically notes their 6-2 victory over Atascocita High School on June 7, 2025, marking the team's second state title in over 50 years. The Texas Senate resolves to commend the players, coaches, and staff and provide the team with a copy of the resolution as a formal expression of esteem.
