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Texas Senate Bill SCR12

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SCR12

Introduced
2/3/09  

Caption

Designating the year 2010 as the Texas First Lieutenant Governor and Senators Remembrance Year.

Impact

The passage of SCR12 serves to foster a greater awareness of Texas's legislative history among future generations. It encourages educational initiatives that promote the study and celebration of the contributions made by the first lieutenant governor and the inaugural senators of each district. The resolution emphasizes the importance of understanding the political landscape and its historical figures, aiming to enrich Texas history education in schools.

Summary

SCR12 is a concurrent resolution designating the year 2010 as the Texas First Lieutenant Governor and Senators Remembrance Year. This bill honors the historical significance of the lieutenant governor's role in Texas since statehood in 1846, recognizing key figures and the foundational moments in the context of the Texas Senate's evolution. The resolution marks an effort to highlight the contributions of past lieutenant governors and senators to the legislative process and governance in Texas.

Contention

While SCR12 proposes a reflective appreciation for Texas's governance history, it is primarily ceremonial and may not encounter significant opposition. The resolution seeks to unify perspectives around the contributions of past leaders within the Texas government framework. However, discussions about how such commemorative years align with broader educational goals may arise, particularly relating to resource allocation in educational settings.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SCR16

Designating November as Ukrainian Genocide Remembrance Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2023.

TX HR1558

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TX SCR13

Recognizing the Texas Black Reconstruction Legislators Recognition Act.

TX SCR38

Designating April 6 as Texas High School Coaches Day for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

TX HCR29

Designating the second to last week in April as Texas Christian Heritage Week for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

TX SR714

Recognizing La Juana Dianne Barton for 30 years of service in the office of Senator Royce West.

TX HCR42

Designating Winnie as the official Rice Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

TX HCR61

Designating Port Arthur as the official Cajun Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

TX HCR22

Designating Galveston as the Juneteenth Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

TX HCR82

Designating Llano as the official Deer Capital of the Texas Hill Country for a 10-year period ending in 2033.

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