In memory of Karl McElhaney of El Paso.
This resolution (SR 113) is a ceremonial tribute by the Texas Senate to honor Karl McElhaney, a public servant from El Paso County who worked with the El Paso Chamber, advocated for rural infrastructure improvements, and contributed to policy development. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and friends, recognizing his career with El Paso County, community volunteer work (including animal rescue), and dedication to public service. The resolution has no policy changes or funding provisions; it solely serves as a formal expression of respect from the Senate. It directly affects McElhaney's family and community by formally acknowledging his contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 14, 2025
Last action Feb 24, 2025
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This document is a Senate Resolution honoring the memory of Karl McElhaney, a public servant. The changes primarily involve formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy modifications. The bill text was reorganized to better present the memorial resolution, with some text repositioned and additional spacing added for the enrolled version.
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Formatting and layout adjustments were made to reorganize the resolution text for the enrolled version, including repositioning headers and adding spacing between sections.
Additional metadata was added at the top identifying this as the enrolled version of SR 113 with bill number 89(R).
Original draft formatting markers and some preliminary text were removed to create the final enrolled version.
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Feb 19, 2025
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César Blanco
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