MEMORIAL-KAREN WALTON
SR 537 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Karen "Kay" Walton of Chatham following her passing. It expresses the legislature's condolences and recognizes her contributions to the community. As a memorial resolution, it does not create any new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or groups beyond this formal expression of respect. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 14, 2026.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Resolution Adopted
upper
Jan 13, 2026
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Steve McClure
RRepublican
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