Texas Bills

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 678: Recognizing Buchanan First Baptist Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 678) recognizing Buchanan First Baptist Church in Texarkana for its 100th anniversary, celebrated on March 30, 2025. It honors the church's history since its founding in 1925, including its relocation to Buchanan Loop Road in 1995 and its community programs. The resolution, adopted by the Texas Senate on June 1, 2025, formally commends the church and includes a copy for the congregation as a gesture of respect. It does not create new laws or affect policies.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 711: Congratulating the Carthage High School football team on winning a state championship.

This is a symbolic resolution (SR 711) passed by the Texas Senate to formally congratulate the Carthage High School football team on winning the 2024 UIL 4A Division 2 state championship. It recognizes their 15-1 record, championship game victory (28-14 over Waco La Vega), and 10th state title in program history. The resolution extends the Senate's congratulations to the players, coaches, and staff without creating any new laws, funding, or policy changes. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's achievement.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 705: Congratulating Jonathan Ledesma on scoring the most goals at the scholastic soccer level.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 705), not a legislative bill with policy impact. It formally congratulates Jonathan Ledesma, a Mineola High School boys' soccer player, for scoring 51 goals during the 2024-2025 season - the most by any scholastic soccer player in Texas that year. The resolution recognizes his achievement, including leading his team to a bi-district championship and ranking third nationally in goals per match. It includes no policy changes and is solely an expression of commendation from the Texas Senate.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 699: Recognizing Sneaky Cleats Select Softball Club on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill), not a law. The Texas Senate passed SR 699 to formally recognize the Sneaky Cleats Select Softball Club's 25th anniversary. It honors the club's founding in 2000 and its community work, including youth softball programs and local service initiatives like food drives and donation events. The resolution expresses the Senate's "sincere best wishes" but creates no new laws or obligations.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 710: In memory of Martin E. Marty.

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 710), not a bill with policy provisions. It formally honors Dr. Martin E. Marty, a renowned theologian and religious historian who died in 2025, by recognizing his academic contributions, public theology work, and legacy. The Texas Senate resolution expresses tribute to his life, extends condolences to his family, and resolves to adjourn in his memory. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any group or individual beyond this ceremonial recognition.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 679: In memory of Jimmy Doyle Byrum.

SR 679 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Texas Senate on June 1, 2025, to honor Jimmy Doyle Byrum, a Tyler resident who died on April 8, 2025. The resolution recognizes his military service (including a Purple Heart during the Vietnam War), his careers with the railroad and U.S. Postal Service, and his family life. It extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandson, and other relatives without creating any legal obligations or policy changes. This is a purely ceremonial tribute, not a legislative act with practical effects.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 719: 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.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 700: In memory of Kenneth Eugene Carter Jr.

SR 700 is a Texas Senate resolution honoring Pastor Dr. Kenneth Eugene Carter Jr., who died on April 6, 2025, at age 90. The resolution commemorates his life, including his service in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 70-year marriage, and leadership as a pastor at Dallas-area United Methodist churches where he grew congregations. It extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and other family members, while formally recognizing his legacy. This resolution does not create new laws or policies - it is a ceremonial tribute with no direct impact on legislation or constituents.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 698: In memory of Annie Rene Damm.

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 698), not a policy bill. It formally honors Annie Rene Damm, a Texan who died on February 4, 2025, at age 85, by memorializing her life and extending condolences to her family. The resolution specifically acknowledges her family connections, faith, and dedication to loved ones, including her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings. It has no policy impact - only symbolic meaning, as the Texas Senate resolves to pay tribute to her memory and adjourn in her honor.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 259: Recognizing members of the Hindu faith who are celebrating Holi on March 14, 2025.

This is a ceremonial resolution by the Texas Senate recognizing the Holi festival celebration on March 14, 2025, for members of the Hindu faith in Texas. It symbolically honors Holi's cultural significance as a spring festival of colors celebrating harmony, renewal, and the triumph of good over evil, without creating any legal obligations or policy changes. The resolution extends best wishes for the celebration and acknowledges its role in connecting diverse communities within Texas. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 720: In memory of Fred Joseph Mitchell.

This is a commemorative Senate Resolution (SR 720) honoring Fred Joseph Mitchell of Lewisville, Texas, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at age 75. The resolution recognizes his life, including his family (spouse Bobbie, children Darin and Rhonda, 10 siblings, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren), career with companies like LTV and Lewisville ISD, and his community involvement as a devoted church member and kind-hearted neighbor. It formally pays tribute to his memory and extends condolences to his family, as adopted by the Texas Senate on June 1, 2025. This resolution has no legislative effect - it is purely a ceremonial tribute with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents.

passed · Texas · Senate Jun 1, 2025

SR 701: 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.

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