Senate Resolution 10 is a ceremonial resolution honoring 10-year-old Judson Caldwell of Humble, Texas, on the occasion of his Make-A-Wish dolphin-swimming trip to Hawaii. The resolution recognizes Caldwell's medical resilience, his family's support, and the work of Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana in granting his wish. It has no legal effect beyond expressing the Texas Senate's support for Caldwell's upcoming experience.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 19) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Shirley Story of Sulphur Springs following her passing on January 6, 2025. It recognizes her life, including her work as a waitress and stocker, her family of four children, eight grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren, and her Baptist faith. The resolution formally pays tribute to her memory and extends sympathy to her family members, including her daughters, sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Lucy Massey of Pickton, Texas, following her passing on June 1, 2025. The Texas Senate adopted SR 29 to commemorate her life, highlighting her 67-year marriage, family of four children, seven grandchildren, and decades of service at her church. The resolution extends condolences to her family and directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory. It was formally adopted on September 4, 2025.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 65), not a substantive bill. It honors Patricia Ann Burks of Longview, Texas, who died on July 30, 2025, at age 78. The resolution pays tribute to her life, highlighting her family (including her husband David, two daughters, three grandchildren, and brother Bud), her roots in Spring Hill ISD, and her interests like Western movies. It extends condolences to her family and directs the Senate to adjourn in her memory. No policy changes or affected groups beyond her family are involved.
This resolution (SR 35) honors Annie Meyers for her service as a legislative intern in State Senator Brent A. Hagenbuch's office during the 89th Texas Legislature's 1st Called Session. It recognizes her contributions to communications, social media, and legislative process support. The Texas Senate formally commends her work and will provide her with an official copy of the resolution as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or direct effect on legislation.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 8), not a legislative bill. It honors Dr. James F. Arens, a retired anesthesiologist and medical educator who died on July 27, 2025, at age 91. The resolution recognizes his career spanning military service, leadership at major medical institutions (including the University of Texas Medical Branch), and roles in national medical boards. It was adopted by the Texas Senate on September 4, 2025, as a tribute to his professional legacy and family.
This resolution (SR 79) is a formal recognition by the Texas Senate of New Hope Baptist Church in Big Sandy for its 170th anniversary, commemorating its founding in 1855. It does not create new laws or policies but symbolically honors the church’s history, including its founding members, log house origins, and current role under Pastor Ernest Graham. The Senate will send the church an official copy of the resolution as an expression of respect. This resolution directly affects the church congregation and its members by acknowledging their longstanding community presence. It is purely ceremonial, with no financial, regulatory, or legal impact on any individuals or organizations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 83) passed by the Texas Senate to honor Justice Greg Neeley on his retirement from the Twelfth Court of Appeals. It recognizes his decade-long service on the court, his prior roles as a prosecutor and private practice attorney, and his educational background. The resolution formally congratulates him and extends the Senate's best wishes for his future, with an official copy to be presented to him. As a commemorative measure, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any legislation or constituents.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 67), not a policy bill. It honors Timothy Jack Frost of Rhonesboro, who died on July 27, 2025, at age 67. The resolution pays tribute to his life as a master carpenter, devoted family man, and community member, and extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family. It was adopted by the Texas Senate on September 4, 2025, as a symbolic gesture of remembrance.
This Senate Resolution (SR 32) formally commemorates the 2025 Wild West Festival BBQ Cook-Off in Springtown, Texas. It recognizes the event as a sanctioned state championship competition by the Champions Barbecue Alliance, featuring regional pitmasters and family-friendly activities like vendor booths and a parade. The resolution extends the Senate’s best wishes to organizers, contestants, and attendees for a successful event on September 20, 2025. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.
This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 72) honoring William N. Young Jr., a Laredo resident who died July 26, 2025. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's condolences to his family and pays tribute to his life, including his service as a U.S. Customs agent, community leadership, and career in agriculture and education. It does not create any policy changes or affect any laws or individuals beyond this formal expression of sympathy. The Senate adopted the resolution on September 4, 2025.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 36), not a legislative bill. It formally commends Charlie Ondeck, a legislative intern in State Senator Brent Hagenbuch's office during the 89th Texas Legislature, for his work assisting with legislative research, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The resolution recognizes his contributions and academic background (studying government at UT Austin) and extends "sincere best wishes" for his future. It has no binding effect or policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation.
