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SR 462

Recognizing U.S. Navy Petty Officer Simon Urbanic for his service aboard the USS Vulcan during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mayes Middleton

Texas Senate honors Navy Petty Officer Simon Urbanic for service aboard USS Vulcan during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis through ceremonial resolution.

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Bill Summary · SR 462

Legislative bill overview

SR 462 is a Texas Senate resolution honoring U.S. Navy Petty Officer Simon Urbanic for his service aboard the USS Vulcan during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. The bill formally recognizes his contributions during one of the Cold War's most critical moments and has been adopted by the legislature.

Why is this important

Senate resolutions provide official state recognition for individuals and historical service, which can be meaningful for veterans and their families. This particular recognition commemorates a pivotal moment in American history when naval personnel played crucial roles in maintaining deterrence during the nuclear standoff with the Soviet Union.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited legislative impact: As a ceremonial resolution, SR 462 carries no binding legal authority or resource allocation—it is symbolic recognition only
  • Selection criteria unclear: No public information indicates why this particular individual was selected for recognition or how similar requests are evaluated
  • Historical documentation: The bill provides no details about Urbanic's specific duties, length of service, or particular contributions during the crisis

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

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