Sen. Bryan Hughes

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 66) passed by the Texas Senate to honor William Bernard "Bill" Collins Jr. of Gilmer, who died on August 7, 2025, at age 93. The resolution recognizes his life, including his service in the Korean War, career as a mechanical maintenance technician, decades-long involvement with Lions Clubs International, and 70-year marriage. It extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory. As a symbolic tribute with no policy impact, it does not affect any laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 60), not a legislative bill with policy changes. It honors Virginia Lee Cude of Gilmer, Texas, who died on July 19, 2025, at age 81. The resolution pays tribute to her life, family, and legacy, including her 65+ year marriage to Archie Cude, her four children, and extended family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it serves only as a formal expression of respect from the Texas Senate.

Maddy summarySR 21 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring Kenneth Ray Ward of Sulphur Springs, Texas, who died on June 29, 2025, at age 95. The resolution commemorates his life, including his 75-year marriage, career in the auto parts industry, service at First Baptist Sulphur Springs, and large family. It was adopted by the Texas Senate on September 4, 2025, and extends sympathy to his family members. As a memorial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 69) is a ceremonial recognition by the Texas Senate honoring Gary Pat and Barbara Hays for their 70th wedding anniversary. It does not create any new laws or policies; it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for their marriage and family. The resolution was formally adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, and includes a formal copy to be presented to the honorees. It directly affects only Gary Pat and Barbara Hays, with no broader legislative impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 64) adopted by the Texas Senate to honor Joan Bradley Light of Kilgore, who died on June 29, 2025, at age 90. The resolution recognizes her life, including her 61-year marriage to J.B. Light, her career as a Kilgore College secretary, her long-time church membership, and her family. It formally expresses the Senate's tribute to her memory and extends condolences to her family. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create any policy or affect any laws or individuals. The Senate adopted it on September 4, 2025, with a recorded vote.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 80) honoring H. A. "Jack" Jones Jr. of Mineola, Texas, who passed away on July 31, 2025, at age 94. The resolution recognizes his service as a U.S. Navy officer (including as an explosive ordnance disposal specialist), his career as an IRS facilities manager, his 20+ years on the Mineola City Council, and his community contributions like the Peggy & Jack Jones Pavilion. It extends condolences to his family (including sons Wade and Brian, grandchildren Chad and Kasey, and great-granddaughter Jasey) and directs the Texas Senate to adjourn in his memory. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on September 4, 2025, with no legislative effect beyond ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 68) honoring Bonnalee Pell Asbury of Longview, Texas, who died on August 8, 2025, at age 97. The resolution recognizes her 72-year marriage to James Asbury, her role as a mother of four children and grandmother of seven, her volunteer work, faith-based community involvement, and her family legacy. It formally pays tribute to her life and extends sympathy to her surviving family members, including her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and brother. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policy or affect any laws.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 25) honoring David Walker Raney of Texarkana, who died on July 28, 2025, at age 77. The resolution recognizes his life as a florist, business owner, and former president of the Arkansas Florist Association, and extends sympathy to his family - including his children, grandchildren, and brother. It does not create new laws or policies, but formally commemorates his life and contributions through a Senate tribute. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on September 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 84), not a law-changing bill. It formally recognizes Chief Justice James T. Worthen's retirement as chief justice of the Twelfth Court of Appeals after his 27-year judicial career, including 23 years on the court and 20 as chief justice. The Texas Senate passed the resolution to express appreciation for his service and extend best wishes for his retirement. It has no policy impact or effect on laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 46) honors Steven Ray Murrah of Texarkana following his death in 2025. It commemorates his life, work at White Sign Company, family, and community involvement through the Texas Senate's tribute. The resolution extends sympathy to his wife Erin, son Nathan, parents Mike and Wesla, brother William, and other relatives. It formally directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory and provide a copy of the resolution to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.