Sen. Charles Perry

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 10) is a ceremonial recognition by the Texas Senate congratulating Heather Keister of Lubbock for being named the 2024 Engineer of the Year by the South Plains Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers. It highlights her 20+ years in civil engineering, leadership in establishing a Freese and Nichols office in Lubbock, and work on projects like the City of Lubbock road bond program and the Upper Brazos Regional Flood Plan. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions - it simply expresses the Senate’s appreciation through a formal congratulatory resolution. It was adopted by the Senate on January 29, 2025, and will be presented to Ms. Keister as a formal gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 12) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Michael Beaver upon his retirement as Wichita Falls district engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). It recognizes his 30+ year career with TxDOT, including roles as district engineer and director of transportation planning, and highlights his work on major projects like highway reconfigurations and interstate expansions. The resolution formally congratulates him and expresses the Senate's respect for his service. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 8) formally recognizes January 28, 2025, as "Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants Advocacy Day" at the Texas State Capitol. It honors the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TXCPA), which represents over 28,000 CPAs across 20 chapters, and acknowledges their planned Advocacy Day event where more than 250 members will meet with legislators to discuss business issues and the accounting profession's role in Texas. The resolution extends a welcome from the Texas Senate to TXCPA attendees but does not create new laws or affect any legal obligations. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes January 28, 2025, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day at the Texas State Capitol. It commemorates an annual observance established in 2019 to honor sexual assault survivors, raise awareness about sexual violence, and acknowledge the work of advocates and law enforcement. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic statement supporting survivors and prevention efforts.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 14) honoring Deputy Jesus "Jesse" Vargas of the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, who died in the line of duty on January 15, 2025. The resolution extends condolences to his wife, three daughters, parents, siblings, and colleagues, and memorializes him as a 17-year veteran dedicated to community service. It has no policy impact - it serves solely as a formal tribute with no legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 11) adopted by the Texas Senate to honor Larry Lyndon Beauchamp, a longtime law enforcement professional from Lawn, Texas, who died on December 26, 2024. The resolution commemorates his 35-year career, including roles as chief of the New Braunfels Police Department, Texas Capitol security chief, and work with the Texas Board of Investigators, while recognizing his service to the state and family. It has no policy impact - it serves solely as a formal tribute to his life and legacy. The Senate adopted the resolution on January 28, 2025, and will adjourn in his memory.