MEMORIAL-GARLAND E. CRISWELL

103rd Regular Session Introduced by Dave Koehler

A ceremonial, non-binding memorial recognizing Garland E. Criswell's contributions; records the tribute in the legislature, with no laws, spending, or policy changes.

Resolution Adopted

Overview

Bill Number: SR 1343

Title: MEMORIAL-GARLAND E. CRISWELL

Type: Memorial/ceremonial resolution (non-binding)

Status: Adopted (Resolution Adopted)

Introduced: January 3, 2025

Classification: Resolution (memorial)

SR 1343 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and honoring Garland E. Criswell. As a memorial resolution, its primary purpose is to acknowledge contributions or service and to express appreciation; it does not enact new laws or create legal obligations.

Purpose and Intent

The resolution serves to publicly recognize Garland E. Criswell for notable contributions or service.

It reflects the legislature’s intent to acknowledge the individual within the official legislative record.

Such memorials are often used to honor a person’s impact on the state, community, or a specific field, and to record this recognition for posterity.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Effects

The bill would formally memorialize Garland E. Criswell in the legislative record.

It typically includes statements of appreciation and recognition for the honoree’s contributions.

As a memorial, SR 1343 does not create new laws, authorize spending, or impose regulatory changes.

No substantive policy changes or fiscal obligations are associated with the resolution itself.

Procedural History and Timeline

2025-01-03: Filed with Secretary; Co-Sponsors: All Senators; Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar.

2025-01-07: Resolution Adopted.

The process indicates broad initial sponsorship (co-sponsorship by all Senators) and placement on the Resolutions Consent Calendar, suggesting a non-controversial, ceremonial measure that moved swiftly to adoption.

Who/What Is Affected

Primary honoree: Garland E. Criswell (the individual being memorialized).

Legislative participants: Members of the sponsoring body (Senators) and those involved in the adoption process.

Public and community: The recognition is part of the official record and may be cited by constituents, local organizations, or media as a formal acknowledgment of Criswell’s impact.

Practical Implications and Impact

The resolution provides formal ceremonial recognition and preserves the recognition in the legislative journal or records.

It carries no direct legal or financial implications for government programs or individuals.

It may serve educational and commemorative purposes, contributing to the historical record of the state’s lawmakers’ formal acknowledgments.

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