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SCR 47

Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, and ending on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Jared Patterson and 1 co-sponsor

Texas legislature grants itself permission to adjourn for more than three consecutive days during April 16-22, 2025, suspending normal three-day recess limits.

Filed with the Secretary of State
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Bill Summary · SCR 47

Legislative bill overview

SCR 47 is a procedural resolution that grants the Texas legislature permission to adjourn for more than three consecutive days during the week of April 16-22, 2025. Under normal Texas legislative rules, the legislature cannot adjourn for more than three days without special authorization, so this resolution provides that temporary exemption for this specific period.

Why is this important

The Texas legislature operates under constitutional time constraints that typically limit recesses to three days. This resolution allows lawmakers flexibility to take an extended break during a specific week, which may be necessary for legislative planning, member travel, or scheduled committee work that doesn't require full chamber sessions.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency concerns: The bill was filed and processed very quickly (within one day), which may raise questions about whether there was adequate public notice or debate
  • Timing questions: The resolution addresses a recess that was already occurring when the bill was filed, suggesting it may have been retroactive authorization rather than prospective
  • Limited information: The resolution provides no public explanation for why the extended recess was necessary or what activities would occur during the adjournment period

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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