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SR 24

In memory of Cecil Rich Jr. of Sulphur Springs.

89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) Introduced by Bryan Hughes

Texas Senate passes ceremonial resolution honoring the memory of Cecil Rich Jr. from Sulphur Springs with no legal or budgetary impact.

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Bill Summary · SR 24

Legislative bill overview

SR 24 is a memorial resolution honoring Cecil Rich Jr. of Sulphur Springs, Texas. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bryan Hughes and passed by the Texas Senate in September 2025. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that recognize individuals, typically upon their death or significant life achievement.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve an official legislative function by creating a formal public record of recognition. For families and communities, they represent acknowledgment from state government and become part of the legislative record. However, they carry no binding legal effect or appropriation of funds.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The resolution text itself is not provided, making it difficult to assess specific details about who Cecil Rich Jr. was or why he was being memorialized
  • Ceremonial vs. substantive use: Some view memorial resolutions as appropriate tributes while others consider them low-priority uses of legislative time
  • Selection criteria: Questions about whether memorial resolution processes are applied consistently or equitably across the state

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