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SR 80

In memory of H. A. "Jack" Jones Jr. of Mineola.

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

Texas Senate officially honors the memory of H. A. "Jack" Jones Jr. of Mineola through ceremonial memorial resolution adopted in September 2025.

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Bill Summary · SR 80

Legislative bill overview

SR 80 is a memorial resolution honoring H. A. "Jack" Jones Jr. of Mineola, Texas. The bill was introduced by Senator Bryan Hughes and formally adopted by the Texas Senate in September 2025.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official legislative recognition of notable individuals who have passed away or whose contributions warrant public acknowledgment. While non-binding and ceremonial in nature, they create a formal public record of the person's significance within the legislative archives.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited information available: The bill text itself was not provided, so the specific accomplishments or reasons for the memorial cannot be assessed
  • Memorial resolutions as legislative business: Some argue that legislative bodies should focus time on substantive policy rather than ceremonial resolutions
  • Equity in recognition: Questions may arise about selection criteria for who receives memorial resolutions versus who does not

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

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