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passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 16: In memory of Phillis Hastings Townes of Detroit.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 16) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Phillis Hastings Townes of Detroit, who died on March 8, 2025. The resolution pays tribute to her life, highlighting her role as a businesswoman (co-founding Townes Telecommunications), homemaker, devoted wife of Larry Townes, and mother of Darla and Glenn, with her family including grandchildren and brothers. It extends sympathy to her surviving family members and directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 77: Recognizing Leia's Kids on the occasion of its inaugural gala.

Senate Resolution 77 honors Leia's Kids, a nonprofit organization supporting children and young adults facing pediatric cancer, for its community work and on the occasion of its inaugural gala. The resolution, adopted by the Texas Senate, commends the organization's efforts - including financial grants, dream parties, and emotional wellness retreats - and extends best wishes for the event. An official copy of the resolution was provided to Leia's Kids as a gesture of respect. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or affect policy.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 49: Recognizing Stefanie Watkins Nance for her 21 years of military service and leadership.

This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 49), not a law affecting policies or regulations. It formally commends Colonel Stefanie Watkins Nance for her 21 years of military service, specifically recognizing her leadership roles at Joint Base San Antonio and her contributions during events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the Afghanistan withdrawal. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's appreciation for her distinguished career, including her work as a pediatrician, medical administrator, and her roles in aerospace medicine and public health. It does not create new legal requirements or impact any individuals or policies beyond offering symbolic recognition.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 71: In memory of Debra Rene Clouatre of Gladewater.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 71) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Debra Rene Clouatre of Gladewater. It commemorates her life, highlighting her 26-year career as a school counselor in the Gladewater Independent School District, her educational background, and her family. The resolution extends condolences to her family, including her daughters, grandchildren, and siblings, and directs that the Senate adjourn in her memory. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 4: In memory of James Bruce Bugg Jr. of San Antonio.

Senate Resolution 4 (SR 4) commemorates James Bruce Bugg Jr., a San Antonio businessman and community leader who died in 2025, by honoring his service to Texas. The resolution pays tribute to his career in banking, leadership in cultural institutions (like the Tobin Center), and roles including chair of the Texas Transportation Commission, while extending condolences to his family. It has no policy impact or legislative effect, serving solely as a ceremonial memorial.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 17: In memory of Matthew Thomas Young of Lindale.

This is a memorial resolution (SR 17) honoring Matthew Thomas Young, a longtime Texas educator who died on January 5, 2025. The resolution recognizes his 27-year career teaching math and coaching sports at multiple Texas high schools, his service in the Texas High School Coaches Association, and his role as a devoted family man and community member. It extends condolences to his wife, five children, parents, sisters, and extended family. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or groups - it solely serves to memorialize his life and contributions.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 14: In memory of David Max Fowler of Sulphur Springs.

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 14), not a substantive bill. It honors David Max Fowler of Sulphur Springs, Texas, who died on January 14, 2025, at age 88. The resolution recognizes his life as a U.S. Army veteran, auctioneer, co-owner of Sulphur Springs Livestock Auctions, devoted family man (father of three, grandfather, great-grandfather), and member of Grace Family Church. The Texas Senate formally paid tribute to him and extended condolences to his family, including his children, grandchildren, and sister. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, and serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment with no policy impact.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 54: Recognizing Children's Emergency Relief International on the occasion of its ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication of the George M. Cowden Building.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Texas Senate. It formally recognizes Children's Emergency Relief International (CERI) for dedicating its new Austin headquarters as the "George M. Cowden Building" on August 15, 2025. The resolution commends CERI's humanitarian work supporting vulnerable children globally and honors George M. Cowden, a former Texas legislator and longtime supporter of the organization. No policy changes or funding are involved - this is solely an expression of appreciation.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 22: In memory of Jane Smith Hotze of Houston.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 22), not a law. It honors Jane Smith Hotze of Houston following her death on June 18, 2025, at age 76. The Texas Senate formally commended her life, family dedication, and faith, extending condolences to her husband, 8 children, 26 grandchildren, siblings, and other relatives. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, as a tribute to her memory. It has no policy impact and serves solely as a commemorative gesture.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 75: Recognizing Richard San Jose on the occasion of his retirement.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 75) recognizing Richard San Jose's retirement from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts on August 28, 2025, after 20 years of service. It honors his work establishing the Texas Multiple Award Schedule Program and his role as a contract manager, highlighting his military service in Operation Desert Storm and contributions to the Special Procurement Division. The resolution formally commends his career and provides him with a copy as a gesture of appreciation from the Texas Senate. As a non-binding recognition, it does not create any new policy or affect any laws.

passed · Texas · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SR 1: Honoring the lives lost during the 2025 Texas flooding.

This Senate Resolution (SR 1) honors the over 130 individuals who died in the July 2025 Texas flash flooding, specifically commemorating the tragedy that affected multiple counties including Kerr, Travis, and Williamson. It extends condolences to victims' families and directs that a copy be prepared for memorial purposes. As a commemorative resolution, it contains no policy changes, funding provisions, or legislative action - it is purely symbolic recognition of the loss of life. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on September 4, 2025.

introduced · Texas · House Sep 3, 2025

HB 316: Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

HB 316 would expand Medicaid eligibility to certain low-income adults under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA), specifically targeting individuals who currently fall above the state's existing income threshold but qualify under the ACA's expanded criteria. This change would directly affect working adults and families who earn too much for traditional Medicaid but still struggle to afford health insurance. The bill's key provision would update the state's eligibility rules to align with the ACA's expansion, allowing more residents to access covered health services. The bill was filed on September 3, 2025, and remains pending legislative review.

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