Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR173

Caption

Recognizing Judy Hawley for her induction into the Texas Transportation Hall of Honor.

Impact

SR173's impact, while ceremonial, underscores the importance of transportation to economic development in Texas. By honoring individuals like Judy Hawley, the bill serves to remind legislators and stakeholders of the critical role that effective transportation policy plays in maintaining and enhancing economic growth within the state. The recognition also brings attention to the ongoing need for infrastructure improvements and investment, particularly in rural areas where such advancements can bridge gaps in accessibility and promote community development.

Summary

Senate Resolution 173 (SR173) serves to recognize Judy Hawley for her significant contributions to transportation in Texas, particularly following her induction into the Texas Transportation Hall of Honor. The resolution commends her extensive expertise in transportation policies and her dedication to promoting infrastructure investments that benefit the state of Texas. It highlights her key roles in various transportation-related committees and organizations, demonstrating her longstanding commitment to improving the state's transportation framework.

Contention

While SR173 is largely a non-controversial resolution that celebrates an individual's achievements, it reflects a broader conversation about the state of transportation in Texas. The resolutions on transportation or honorees can sometimes invite discussions on the sufficiency of current policies and investment strategies, exposing different viewpoints among stakeholders regarding the prioritization of transport funding and infrastructure development. However, no notable contention was recorded directly in association with this resolution.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR6

Recognizing Elizabeth Suarez for her induction into the Texas Women's Hall of Fame.

TX SR489

Recognizing Bob Ford on his induction into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame.

TX HCR16

Honoring Florence Marie Hall on her posthumous induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

TX SR7

Recognizing Val LaMantia on the occasion of her induction into the Texas Women's Hall of Fame.

TX HR2255

Congratulating Becky Moeller of Corpus Christi on her induction into the Texas Labor Hall of Fame.

TX HR20

Congratulating Lavinia Masters on her induction into the Texas Women's Hall of Fame.

TX SR9

Recognizing DeMarcus Ware for his induction into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor.

TX HR119

Congratulating Jack Martin on his induction into the Texas Business Hall of Fame.

TX SR240

Recognizing Laura Ryan for her service to the Texas Transportation Commission.

TX SR63

Recognizing the induction of the Old Fuller Place into the Texas Department of Agriculture Family Land Heritage Program.

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