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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.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR16
1st Special Session
In memory of John Henry Moon Jr. of Pasadena.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR16: Government Affairs Overview
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.
Sen. Mayes Middleton·Senate Bill·1st Special Session
LowStandard timeline
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
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SR16
LowIn memory of John Henry Moon Jr. of Pasadena.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01Primary Author: Sen. Mayes Middleton
89th Texas Legislature
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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
This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Senate Authors
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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 significant are the changes in SR16?
The regulatory priority for SR16 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
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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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What are the key dates for SR16?
Key dates for SR16: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: January 11, 2026