1st Special Session
Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
None. This resolution does not alter the Texas Business Organizations Code or contract law. No amendments to vendor agreements, MSAs, or employment contracts are necessary.
None. No new certifications, training modules, or staffing adjustments are required.
None. There are no filing requirements or document retention mandates associated with this legislative action.
None. This resolution creates no new taxes, fees, or surcharges.
None. The text is unambiguous and serves a singular, non-regulatory purpose. There is no scope for agency interpretation or enforcement discretion.
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| In Memory | ||
| of | ||
| Molly Smith | ||
| WHEREAS, Molly Essary Smith, an esteemed Texan and a friend | ||
| to many, passed away on July 8, 2025, at the age of 68; and | ||
| WHEREAS, The daughter of Dawson and Mary Essary, the former | ||
| Molly Essary was born on January 18, 1957, in Houston; she grew up | ||
| sharing a close relationship with her three older sisters, Diana, | ||
| Deborah, and Candy, and the siblings were collectively known as | ||
| the "Essary Sisters" or the "YaYas"; Mrs. Smith graduated from | ||
| Galena Park High School and continued her education at San | ||
| Jacinto College, where she served on the marching drill team; she | ||
| went on to study philosophy at Texas A&M University on a Miss | ||
| Texas scholarship, and she received a degree from the University | ||
| of Houston-Clear Lake; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Passionate about helping at-risk youth, | ||
| Mrs. Smith began her first term as a justice of the peace in 1988, | ||
| and she went on to serve her fellow citizens for two decades; | ||
| after retiring in 2008, she began a second career as a funeral | ||
| director and provided comfort and support to grieving families; | ||
| active in her community, she gave generously of her time and | ||
| talents to a number of worthy groups, including the Pasadena and | ||
| Deer Park Chambers of Commerce, the Rotary Club, Camp H-Town, and | ||
| the San Jacinto College Foundation board; in her leisure time, | ||
| she enjoyed performing at the Hometown Opry and she loved to | ||
| travel, visiting all seven continents; and | ||
| WHEREAS, In 1979, Mrs. Smith married Jimmie Maness, and | ||
| the couple became the proud parents of three children, Katy, | ||
| Candace, and Ryan; following the end of their relationship, | ||
| Mrs. Smith found love again with Carroll Smith, whom she wed in | ||
| 2014, and they created a blended family that included her | ||
| stepchildren, W. C. and Brandon; a doting grandmother, she | ||
| treasured spending time with her grandchildren, Emily, Easton, | ||
| and Logan, and step-grandchildren, Ashley, Lauren, Charlotte, | ||
| Ethan, and Julia; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Although Molly Smith's death has brought great | ||
| sorrow to those who loved her, her life was an inspiring example | ||
| of the good that one person can accomplish; now, therefore, be it | ||
| RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th | ||
| Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory | ||
| of Molly Essary Smith and extend sincere condolences to all who | ||
| mourn her passing; and, be it further | ||
| RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be | ||
| prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns | ||
| this day, it do so in memory of Molly Smith. | ||
| Middleton | ||
| ________________________________ | ||
| President of the Senate | ||
| I hereby certify that the | ||
| above Resolution was adopted by | ||
| the Senate on August 15, 2025, by | ||
| a rising vote. | ||
| ________________________________ | ||
| Secretary of the Senate | ||
| ________________________________ | ||
| Member, Texas Senate | ||
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Common questions about SR11
Senate Resolution 11 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring the life of Molly Essary Smith. It carries no statutory authority and imposes no new regulations, fees, or compliance obligations on Texas businesses. You may immediately classify this item as non-applicable.
SR11 was authored by Texas Senator Mayes Middleton during the 1st Special Session.
SR11 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
The compliance urgency for SR11 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.
The cost impact of SR11 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SR11 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and smith, molly essary.
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