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| In Memory | ||
| of | ||
| Linda Semlear | ||
| WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Linda Walton Semlear | ||
| of Longview were deeply saddened by her death on May 17, 2025, at | ||
| the age of 79; and | ||
| WHEREAS, The daughter of Al and Odessa Walton, the former | ||
| Linda Walton was born on August 25, 1945, in Kilgore, where she | ||
| grew up with her siblings; she graduated from Kilgore High School | ||
| and continued her education at Kilgore College before earning a | ||
| degree at Stephen F. Austin State University; and | ||
| WHEREAS, During her time at the university, she met her | ||
| future husband, Jack Semlear, and their wedding in 1967 marked | ||
| the beginning of a rewarding marriage that spanned 46 years until | ||
| Mr. Semlear's passing; after settling in Longview with her | ||
| husband, Mrs. Semlear worked for Texas Eastman and eventually | ||
| retired from the Pine Tree Independent School District; she | ||
| further contributed to the teaching profession as a member of | ||
| Delta Kappa Gamma; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Mrs. Semlear was a devoted mother to her two | ||
| children, Eric and Elaine, and with the passing years, she | ||
| delighted in becoming "Nonnie" to her seven grandchildren, | ||
| Brayden, Allison, Kate, Olivia, Jessica, Clay, and Sara; and | ||
| WHEREAS, While her loss is difficult to bear, Linda Semlear | ||
| left behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far | ||
| richer for having known her, and she will always hold a treasured | ||
| place in their hearts; 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 Linda Walton Semlear and extend sincere condolences to the | ||
| members of her family: to her son, Eric Semlear and his wife, | ||
| Kelly; to her daughter, Elaine Hargate; to her grandchildren; and | ||
| to her other relatives and friends; 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 Linda Semlear. | ||
| Hughes | ||
| ________________________________ | ||
| 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 SR23
Senate Resolution 23 is a ceremonial legislative act honoring the memory of a private citizen, Linda Walton Semlear. The legislation contains no statutory amendments, regulatory mandates, or fiscal implications for the private sector. No action is required.
SR23 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
SR23 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
The compliance urgency for SR23 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.
The cost impact of SR23 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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