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What does Texas SR16 do?
SR 16 is a memorial resolution honoring the life of John Henry Moon Jr. and contains no statutory amendments or regulatory mandates. It creates no legal duties for Texas businesses, financial institutions, or CPAs.
SR16
1st Special Session
In memory of John Henry Moon Jr. of Pasadena.
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Effective:2025-09-01
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Compliance Analysis
Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Implementation Timeline
- Effective Date: Effective immediately upon adoption (Symbolic).
- Compliance Deadline: N/A (No operational requirements).
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency is granted authority or directed to promulgate rules based on this text.
Immediate Action Plan
- Archive: Mark SR 16 as "Non-Substantive/Memorial" in your legislative tracking system.
- Close Docket: Remove this item from the active compliance review queue.
- Focus Resources: Redirect legal and compliance staff to substantive bills currently pending implementation.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
No Impact. Existing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, and employment agreements remain valid without amendment. This resolution does not alter liability or indemnity provisions.
Hiring/Training
No Impact. No new certifications, continuing education (CE) credits, or staffing ratios are mandated.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
No Impact. No new filings, disclosures, or retention schedules are created.
Fees & Costs
No Impact. There are no changes to licensing fees, taxes, or operational costs.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is purely biographical and ceremonial. There is no regulatory gray zone or risk of agency overreach regarding this specific resolution.
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Legislative Timeline
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Senate Authors
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| In Memory | ||
| of | ||
| John Moon Jr. | ||
| WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close on | ||
| July 4, 2025, with the passing of John Henry Moon Jr. of Pasadena | ||
| at the age of 65; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Born in Houston on September 16, 1959, John Moon | ||
| Jr. was the son of John and Rose Moon; he grew up in Pasadena and | ||
| graduated from Sam Rayburn High School before enrolling at | ||
| San Jacinto College; he received his bachelor's degree from | ||
| Southern Methodist University and his master's degree from the | ||
| University of Houston-Clear Lake; following in his father's | ||
| footsteps, he worked as a certified public accountant, enjoying a | ||
| career in banking and investments that spanned more than 30 | ||
| years; and | ||
| WHEREAS, A longtime advocate for San Jacinto College, | ||
| Mr. Moon played a pivotal role in the passage of two major bond | ||
| referenda that secured $720 million in funding to benefit the | ||
| school's three campuses and 30,000 students, and he championed | ||
| workforce training programs that helped lead to employment | ||
| opportunities for graduates; his efforts to that end included | ||
| supporting the development of the college's Maritime Campus, the | ||
| creation of the LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, | ||
| and Technology, and the recent launch of a pilot program for | ||
| cosmetology students in collaboration with the Texas Department | ||
| of Licensing and Regulation; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Mr. Moon also contributed generously to the | ||
| Promise @ San Jac Scholarship; he loved attending graduation | ||
| ceremonies to see the culmination of students' hard work, and he | ||
| made frequent trips to Austin and Washington, D.C., to promote | ||
| the cause of higher education; back at home, Mr. Moon sought | ||
| opportunities to serve the Pasadena community and volunteered | ||
| his time with such organizations as the Pasadena Chamber of | ||
| Commerce, the Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo, and the American | ||
| Heart Association; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Mr. Moon was preceded in death by his first wife, | ||
| Lori Moon, and his second wife, Sheressa Moon; he was fortunate | ||
| enough to find love again with Beverly Moon, and his treasured | ||
| family also included his two sons, John and Donovan, and his two | ||
| grandchildren, John and Lori; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Although John Moon will be deeply missed, he has | ||
| left his loved ones with a wealth of memories that they will | ||
| forever cherish; now, therefore, be it | ||
| RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th | ||
| Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of | ||
| John Henry Moon Jr. and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of | ||
| his family: to his mother, Rose Moon; to his wife, Beverly Moon; to | ||
| his sons, John H. Moon III and his wife, Vennessa, and Donovan Moon | ||
| and his wife, Julia; to his grandchildren, John H. Moon IV and Lori | ||
| Moon; to his brother, Randy Moon, and his wife, Kim; and to his other | ||
| relatives and friends; and, be it further | ||
| RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be | ||
| prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns | ||
| this day, it do so in memory of John Moon. | ||
| 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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Quick Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SR16
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Who authored SR16?
SR16 was authored by Texas Senator Mayes Middleton during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR16 signed into law?
SR16 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How urgent is compliance with SR16?
The compliance urgency for SR16 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.
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What is the cost impact of SR16?
The cost impact of SR16 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR16 address?
SR16 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and moon, john henry, jr..
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