Sen. Kelly Hancock

Primary SR 66

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing February 11, 2025, as University of Houston Day.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 66) designates February 11, 2025, as "University of Houston Day" to recognize the institution's contributions. It acknowledges the university's role in education (46,600+ students, 281 programs), research ($230M annual expenditures), health care (450,000+ patient care hours), and athletics (Big 12 Conference sports). As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but formally honors the university's impact on Texas. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2025.

Passed Feb 11, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 25

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing the Impact Center of Arlington on the occasion of their reopening.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 25) recognizing the Impact Center of Arlington for its grand reopening. It honors the center's work since 2021, which includes providing entrepreneurship training, adult literacy programs, health services, and community initiatives. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's support through a formal acknowledgment and a copy of the resolution for the center, with no new policies, funding, or requirements for the center or others.

Passed Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 26

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing Richard C. Benson for his service to the University of Texas at Dallas and to the field of higher education.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 26), not a law. It honors Dr. Richard C. Benson for his service as president of the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), recognizing his leadership over eight years. The resolution highlights his achievements, including raising over $415 million through the New Dimensions campaign, overseeing major campus projects like the Biomedical Engineering building, and advancing UTD's research profile. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the Texas Senate's appreciation for his contributions to UTD and higher education.

Passed Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 14

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

In memory of Jesus "Jesse" Vargas of Brazoria County.

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.

Passed Jan 28, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 5

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program and the establishment of a school safety grant program; making an appropriation.

Passed Dec 5, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 62

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

In memory of Brad Jones.

Passed Dec 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 36

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

In memory of John Hamshire Williams.

Passed Nov 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 35

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing Byrne Construction Services on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

Passed Nov 27, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SR 33

Passed · Texas Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing Texas State Parks for receiving the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

Passed Oct 19, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 2

Passed · Texas Senate · Co-sponsor

Relating to a local optional teacher designation system implemented by a school district, a security officer employed by a school district, the basic allotment and guaranteed yield under the public school finance system, and certain allotments under the Foundation School Program; making an appropriation.

Passed Oct 13, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track