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SR17

1st Special Session

In memory of Mary Barrett Stevens of Austin.

Low
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
SR17
Low
In memory of Mary Barrett Stevens of Austin.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01
Primary Author: Sen. Mayes Middleton
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis

Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation

Implementation Timeline

  • Effective Date: Immediate upon adoption (Ceremonial).
  • Compliance Deadline: N/A (No deliverables required).
  • Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agencies are charged with enforcement or interpretation.

Immediate Action Plan

  • Archive Immediately: Mark SR17 as "Reviewed/No Action" in your legislative tracking software.
  • Clear Dashboard: Remove this item from active compliance monitoring lists to free up resources for substantive bills.
  • No Communication Needed: Do not issue internal memos or alerts to department heads regarding this resolution.

Operational Changes Required

Contracts

None. This resolution does not alter contract law or require amendments to existing Master Services Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, or employment agreements.

Hiring/Training

None. No new certifications, safety protocols, or HR training modules are mandated.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

None. This legislation triggers no filing requirements with the Secretary of State or industry regulators.

Fees & Costs

None. There are no fiscal implications, fee increases, or tax changes associated with this text.

Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations

None. The text is self-contained and purely ceremonial. There is no delegation of authority to state agencies, and no future rulemaking will occur regarding this item.

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Legislative Timeline

This bill's path through the Texas Legislature

Filed
Passed Senate
Passed House
Signed
Aug 15, 2025
TopicsResolutionsResolutions--memorialStevens, Mary Barrett
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Senate Authors

Sen. Mayes MiddletonRepublican · Primary Author

Bill Text(with markup)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SR17

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What does Texas SR17 do?

SR17 is a ceremonial Memorial Resolution honoring the life of a private citizen. It creates no statutory obligations, regulatory mandates, or compliance requirements for the private sector. This legislation is strictly limited to the internal proceedings of the Texas Senate.

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Who authored SR17?

SR17 was authored by Texas Senator Mayes Middleton during the 1st Special Session.

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When was SR17 signed into law?

SR17 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.

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How urgent is compliance with SR17?

The compliance urgency for SR17 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.

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What is the cost impact of SR17?

The cost impact of SR17 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does SR17 address?

SR17 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and stevens, mary barrett.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 26, 2025

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