This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 2) commending Renee Watson for her 25 years of service as director of Bexar County's Small Business and Entrepreneurship Department. It formally recognizes her work overseeing programs supporting minority/women-owned businesses, economic development initiatives, and diversity efforts in county contracting. The resolution, introduced by Senator Menéndez, includes no policy changes or funding but expresses the Texas Senate's appreciation through a formal commendation and an official copy for Watson. It directly affects Watson as the recipient of this symbolic recognition, not any constituents or laws.
This resolution (SR 3) is a ceremonial recognition by the Texas Senate honoring IATSE Local 76 on its 125th anniversary. It celebrates the union's century-long work supporting stage technicians, designers, and stagehands in San Antonio's entertainment industry, including their contributions to venues like the Tobin Center and AT&T Center. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding; it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and extends "sincere best wishes" to the union. It directly affects IATSE Local 76 members and their affiliated chapter, acknowledging their historical role without altering any laws or regulations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 10), not a law with policy changes. It formally congratulates Ernest Servantes and David Kirkland, founders of Burnt Bean Co. in Seguin, for having their restaurant named #1 on Texas Monthly's 2025 list of the 50 Best BBQ Joints in Texas. The resolution recognizes their culinary achievements, including their background as pitmasters and the restaurant's acclaim (such as a 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award). The Senate will send official copies of the resolution to the two individuals as a gesture of recognition.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 11) honoring Molly Essary Smith, a Texas resident who served as a justice of the peace for two decades and later worked as a funeral director. The resolution commemorates her life, community service, family, and legacy of helping others. It formally pays tribute to her memory and extends condolences to her family, as resolved by the Texas Senate. The bill has no legislative effect - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.
This is a commemorative resolution (not a bill) honoring Mary Barrett Stevens, an 8-year-old Austin resident who passed away on July 4, 2025. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's tribute to her memory, acknowledging her life as a joyful, creative child who attended Highland Park Elementary School and was cherished by her family, including parents Stacy and Johnny Stevens, siblings Graham and Lilly, and extended relatives. It includes condolences to her family and directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory. This procedural resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or communities.
This Senate Resolution (SR 16) commemorates John Henry Moon Jr. of Pasadena, honoring his life and contributions. It specifically recognizes his decades-long advocacy for San Jacinto College, including his role in securing $720 million in bond funding and supporting workforce programs benefiting 30,000 students. The resolution, adopted by the Texas Senate, extends sympathy to his family and formally pays tribute to his legacy. (Note: This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or funding changes.)
SR 20 is a memorial resolution honoring John Wilbur Galloway Sr., a former Beeville mayor and community leader who died on July 21, 2025. The resolution commemorates his 50+ years of service, including his tenure as mayor (1970s-80s), management of Galloway & Sons Funeral Home, and leadership in civic organizations like the Kiwanis Club and Bee County Coliseum development. It expresses the Texas Senate's tribute to his legacy and extends condolences to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to honor his contributions.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 18) honoring Willie Belle Mollett Boone, a Houston civic leader who died on July 15, 2025. It commemorates her life, including her work as a Democratic Party activist, founder of the Southeast Precinct Judges Council, and longtime employee of Praxair. The resolution, introduced by Senator Miles, formally pays tribute to her legacy and extends condolences to her family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is purely a memorial statement by the Texas Senate.
This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 25) honoring L. June Chenault of Henderson, a longtime childcare provider and community volunteer in East Texas. The resolution memorializes her life, highlighting her career founding childcare centers, service with youth organizations, and family ties, following her passing on June 7, 2025, at age 88. It serves as a formal tribute from the Texas Senate to her legacy and family. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create any policy or affect any individuals or entities.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 22), not a substantive bill. It honors Shelton Bennet Cain, a Hallsville resident who died in January 2025 at age 96, by recognizing his life and service. The resolution pays tribute to his 45-year military career (including service in the U.S. Army and Texas National Guard), his family, and his community involvement. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or laws.
This is a Texas Senate resolution (SR 23) commemorating Linda Walton Semlear of Longview, who died on May 17, 2025, at age 79. The resolution honors her life as a Longview resident, devoted mother of two children, grandmother of seven, and community member who worked at Texas Eastman and Pine Tree Independent School District. It expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and formally commemorates her memory, with no policy changes or affected parties beyond this tribute.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 24) honoring Robert Lawrence Sprouse of Longview, Texas, who passed away on May 3, 2025, at age 90. The resolution recognizes his life as a math and computer science educator at Kilgore College, his 66-year marriage to Rosalee Sprouse, his service at First United Methodist Church, and his travels across all 50 U.S. states and 40+ countries. It serves as a formal Senate tribute extending sympathy to his family and commemorating his legacy, with no policy changes or direct effects on constituents.
