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SCR 20

Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Thursday, February 27, 2025, and ending on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Judith Zaffirini

Authorizes Texas Legislature to adjourn for more than three days from February 27 to March 4, 2025, allowing an extended break during the legislative session.

Received from the Senate
#resolutions--adjournment(i0712)
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Bill Summary · SCR 20

Legislative bill overview

SCR 20 is a procedural resolution that requests permission for the Texas Legislature to adjourn for more than three consecutive days during the week of February 27 through March 4, 2025. This type of resolution is necessary because Texas legislative rules normally restrict adjournments exceeding three days without special authorization.

Why is this important

Legislative adjournment resolutions affect the pace and scheduling of the legislative session. Extended breaks can delay bills in committee, postpone floor votes, and impact the timeline for passing legislation before session deadlines. This particular break falls in the early stages of the 2025 session, potentially affecting the momentum of legislative work.

Potential points of contention

  • Session delays: Extended adjournments can slow legislative progress on time-sensitive bills, particularly those with narrow windows before deadlines
  • Limited transparency on purpose: The resolution doesn't explicitly state why this extended break is needed, which may raise questions about scheduling priorities
  • Impact on constituent access: Longer breaks between legislative days may reduce legislators' availability to constituents and stakeholders seeking their input

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

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