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passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 82: Recognizing Irving Fire Department on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

This resolution formally recognizes the Irving Fire Department's 100th anniversary. It commemorates the department's history - from its 1925 founding with 20 volunteers to its current service of over 250,000 residents across 68 square miles - and highlights its expanded services, including EMS, specialized rescue teams, and community programs. The Texas Senate resolves to present the department with an official copy of this resolution as a gesture of appreciation for its century of service. It has no policy or funding impact, serving solely as ceremonial recognition.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 24: In memory of Cecil Rich Jr. of Sulphur Springs.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 24) honoring Cecil W. Rich Jr. of Sulphur Springs, Texas, who passed away on August 2, 2025. It commemorates his military service (including two Vietnam tours with three Bronze Stars), family life, and community ties, expressing the Texas Senate's tribute to his legacy. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, and includes specific acknowledgments of his family members. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 78: Recognizing Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of its 125th anniversary.

SR 78 is a Texas Senate resolution recognizing the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce for its 125th anniversary. It commemorates the chamber's history since 1900, its role in supporting 2,000+ local businesses, and its contributions to economic development in Smith County. The resolution was passed without policy changes, and the chamber will receive an official copy as a formal expression of Senate regard. This is a ceremonial gesture with no direct legislative impact.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 70: In memory of Maxey Wayne Bruner of Longview.

This resolution (SR 70) honors Maxey Wayne Bruner of Longview, Texas, who died on July 12, 2025, at age 90. It commemorates his life, including his service in the Korean War Navy, 40-year career at Texas Eastman, 70-year marriage to Peggy, and his large family (three children, seven grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren). The Texas Senate passed the resolution to extend condolences to his family and adjourn in his memory. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 62: Recognizing Bill Presson for receiving the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal.

This resolution (SR 62) is a ceremonial tribute from the Texas Senate recognizing Longview resident Bill Presson for receiving the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal from South Korea. It honors his service as a U.S. Army veteran during the Korean War, including his duties in the Battle of Pork Chop Hill and post-war work on the Armistice Line. The resolution formally congratulates Mr. Presson and provides him with an official copy as a gesture of the Senate's respect for his military service. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies.

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passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 18: In memory of Harry James Sims of Sulphur Springs.

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 18) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Harry James Sims of Sulphur Springs, who died on March 12, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life, including his 33-year career at Keller’s Creamery, his marriage to Sherri Sims, his 9 children, 17 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren, and his interests in dominoes, sports, and the Dallas Cowboys. It formally extends the Senate’s condolences to his family and directs that the resolution be presented to them. As a procedural tribute with no policy provisions, it does not affect any laws or regulations.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 34: Recognizing Lawson Spivey for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Senator Brent A. Hagenbuch.

This resolution formally commends Lawson Spivey for his work as a legislative intern in Senator Brent A. Hagenbuch's office during the 2025 Texas legislative session. It recognizes his contributions to legislative research, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement while he was a Baylor University student. The Senate voted to adopt this resolution, providing Spivey with an official copy as a token of appreciation for his service. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of an intern's work.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 53: In memory of Albert Stout Jr.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a legislative bill) honoring Lieutenant Albert Stout Jr., a Robstown Police Department officer who died on August 6, 2025. The resolution commemorates his 31-year career, community service, and family life, including his 19-year marriage and three children. It extends the Texas Senate's condolences to his family and directs that the resolution be presented to them as a symbol of respect. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on laws or constituents.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 51: In memory of Michael Joseph Westergren of Corpus Christi.

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 51) honoring Judge Michael Joseph Westergren of Corpus Christi, who died on July 17, 2025. The Texas Senate resolution expresses condolences to his family and commemorates his life, career, and community service. It highlights his work as a judge (including presiding over the Selena Quintanilla-Pérez murder trial), his legal career, his service as Del Mar College's first in-house counsel, and his personal interests and family. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it does not create any policy or affect any laws or individuals.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 6: In memory of Lamar Gene Urbanovsky.

This is a commemorative Senate Resolution (SR 6), not a legislative bill. It honors Lamar Gene Urbanovsky, a former chancellor of the Texas State University System who died in July 2025. The resolution recognizes his career, including his leadership from 1989 until 2005, his role in expanding the university system, and his community contributions. It serves solely as a tribute from the Texas Senate to his legacy and condolences to his family.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 11: In memory of David Riggs Wildman.

This Senate Resolution (SR 11) commemorates David Riggs Wildman, a Texas resident who died on August 11, 2025, at age 70. It honors his life, including his service as a travel aide, business ownership, family life, and community contributions. The resolution formally expresses the Texas Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy be delivered to them as a gesture of sympathy. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

passed · Texas · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 128: Amending the House Rules of Procedure to authorize additional constitutionally compliant, proportional penalties for members absent without leave for purpose of impeding the action of the House that do not unfairly impair members' representative functions.

HR 128 amends Texas House rules to impose specific penalties on members who absent themselves without permission to disrupt legislative proceedings. It directly affects House members who deliberately skip sessions to hinder the House's work. Key provisions include a daily fine of $1,500 (three times the standard $500 per diem), reimbursement for sergeant-at-arms costs to secure attendance, loss of committee leadership roles, and potential seniority recalculation for repeated absences. Penalties apply only when absence is proven to impede House business, and members retain constitutional rights to representation.