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SR 17

In memory of Matthew Thomas Young of Lindale.

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

Texas Senate ceremonially honors the memory of Matthew Thomas Young of Lindale through adopted memorial resolution SR 17.

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Bill Summary · SR 17

Legislative bill overview

SR 17 is a memorial resolution honoring Matthew Thomas Young of Lindale, Texas, who has recently passed away. The bill was introduced by Senator Bryan Hughes and adopted by the Texas Senate in September 2025. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that recognize individuals' contributions and express legislative respect for the deceased.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official public recognition of a person's life and legacy within the legislative record. While non-binding and ceremonial in nature, they provide families and communities formal acknowledgment of their loss and allow legislatures to highlight citizens' contributions to their communities.

Potential points of contention

  • No substantive policy implications or public debate typically surrounds memorial resolutions
  • These bills consume minimal legislative time but represent resources devoted to ceremonial rather than policy-making functions
  • The selective nature of which individuals receive memorials may raise questions about equity or political favoritism, though this is standard legislative practice

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

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