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SR 146

In memory of John Lee Ussery of Gladewater.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Bryan Hughes

Texas Senate formally honors the memory of John Lee Ussery of Gladewater through ceremonial resolution with no legal or budgetary effect.

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Bill Summary · SR 146

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 146 is a commemorative resolution honoring John Lee Ussery of Gladewater, Texas, who has passed away. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bryan Hughes and adopted by the Texas Senate on February 26, 2025. Senate resolutions of this nature are ceremonial measures that do not create law or allocate funding.

Why is this important

While resolutions do not have legislative force, they serve an important social function by formally recognizing individuals' contributions to their communities and allowing legislative bodies to honor constituents. This resolution provides official state recognition of Ussery's life and legacy in the public record.

Potential points of contention

  • Routine procedural action - As a memorial resolution, this generates minimal substantive debate; virtually all such measures pass with broad support
  • Limited scope of impact - The resolution has no binding legal effect, regulatory impact, or budgetary consequences
  • Private vs. public commemoration - Some might question whether legislative bodies should dedicate time to individual memorials versus focusing on policy matters, though this is a minor consideration for a brief resolution

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

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