Congratulating Shirley Ison-Newsome on her receipt of the 2025 Living Legend Award from the Texas Alliance of Black School Educators.
HR 162 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Shirley Ison-Newsome on receiving the 2025 Living Legend Award from the Texas Alliance of Black School Educators. It honors her 38-year career in Dallas Independent School District, including roles as a teacher, principal, and first dean of instruction, and highlights her leadership in initiatives like the Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Texas House of Representatives' recognition of her educational contributions and community service through formal commendation.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025
Last action Feb 13, 2025
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The document appears to be a legislative bill (HR 162) that was introduced and then enrolled. The changes primarily involve formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy modifications. The text content regarding Shirley Ison-Newsome's recognition for the 2025 Living Legend Award remains consistent between versions, though the formatting has been significantly altered with added spacing and structural changes.
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Feb 13, 2025
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Yvonne Davis
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