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SR55

1st Special Session

In memory of Sandra L. Williams Carothers of Tyler.

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Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
SR55
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In memory of Sandra L. Williams Carothers of Tyler.
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: September 1, 2025
  • Compliance Deadline: N/A (No compliance actions required)
  • Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency is granted authority or directed to promulgate rules based on this resolution.

Immediate Action Plan

  • Mark as Non-Substantive: Tag SR 55 as "Ceremonial/No Impact" in your legislative tracking software.
  • Archive: File this analysis immediately; do not circulate to operational leadership.
  • Close File: No further monitoring is required.

Operational Changes Required

Contracts

None. This resolution does not trigger "Change in Law" provisions, nor does it require amendments to Master Services Agreements (MSAs) or vendor contracts.

Hiring/Training

None. No changes to employee handbooks, training modules, or staffing levels are necessary.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

None. There are no new filing obligations or data retention requirements.

Fees & Costs

None. This legislation imposes no levies, surcharges, or administrative fees.

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--memorialCarothers, Sandra L. Williams
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Senate Authors

Sen. Bryan HughesRepublican · Primary Author

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SR55

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What does Texas SR55 do?

This legislation is a ceremonial Memorial Resolution honoring a private citizen and contains no statutory amendments or regulatory mandates. There is no impact on business operations, licensure, or corporate governance; no action is required. Implementation Timeline Effective Date: September 1, 2025 Compliance Deadline: N/A (No compliance actions required) Agency Rulemaking: None.

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Who authored SR55?

SR55 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.

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When was SR55 signed into law?

SR55 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.

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How urgent is compliance with SR55?

The compliance urgency for SR55 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 SR55?

The cost impact of SR55 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does SR55 address?

SR55 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and carothers, sandra l. williams.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 26, 2025

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