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SR22

1st Special Session

In memory of Shelton Bennet Cain of Hallsville.

Low
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
SR22
Low
In memory of Shelton Bennet Cain of Hallsville.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01
Primary Author: Sen. Bryan Hughes
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis

Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation

Implementation Timeline

  • Effective Date: Effective immediately upon adoption (Ceremonial).
  • Compliance Deadline: N/A. No action is required.
  • Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency is granted authority or directed to promulgate rules based on this resolution.

Immediate Action Plan

  • Mark as Reviewed: Log SR 22 as "Non-Substantive/Ceremonial" in your legislative tracking system.
  • Close File: No further monitoring is required.
  • Reallocate Resources: Direct compliance teams to focus on substantive statutory changes currently pending.

Operational Changes Required

Contracts

No changes required. This resolution does not trigger "Change in Law" provisions in Master Services Agreements (MSAs) or vendor contracts.

Hiring/Training

No impact. No updates to employee handbooks, HR policies, or training modules are necessary.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

No new requirements. This legislation does not mandate any filings with the Secretary of State or industry regulators.

Fees & Costs

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

Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations

None. The text is purely commemorative and devoid of regulatory language. There are no "gray areas" requiring interpretation or future agency guidance.

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Legislative Timeline

This bill's path through the Texas Legislature

Filed
Passed Senate
Passed House
Signed
Aug 15, 2025
TopicsResolutionsResolutions--memorialCain, Shelton Bennet
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Senate Authors

Sen. Bryan HughesRepublican · Primary Author

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SR22

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What does Texas SR22 do?

Senate Resolution 22 is a ceremonial legislative measure honoring the memory of Shelton Bennet Cain. It creates no new statutory requirements, regulatory duties, or liability exposures for any industry. You may classify this legislation as non-operational.

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Who authored SR22?

SR22 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.

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When was SR22 signed into law?

SR22 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.

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How urgent is compliance with SR22?

The compliance urgency for SR22 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 SR22?

The cost impact of SR22 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does SR22 address?

SR22 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and cain, shelton bennet.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 26, 2025

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