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What does Texas SR4 do?
Senate Resolution 4 is a ceremonial measure recognizing the retirement of Joseph C. Longway. It creates no new statutory obligations, regulatory mandates, or compliance requirements for private sector entities in Texas.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR4
1st Special Session
Recognizing Joseph C. Longway on the occasion of his retirement.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR4: Government Affairs Overview
Senate Resolution 4 is a ceremonial measure recognizing the retirement of Joseph C. Longway. It creates no new statutory obligations, regulatory mandates, or compliance requirements for private sector entities in Texas.
Sen. Charles Perry·Senate Bill·1st Special Session
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Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
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SR4
LowRecognizing Joseph C. Longway on the occasion of his retirement.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01Primary Author: Sen. Charles Perry
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis
Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Implementation Timeline
- Effective Date: September 1, 2025
- Compliance Deadline: N/A. This resolution is honorary and requires no behavioral change from the business community.
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No regulatory agencies are tasked with interpreting or enforcing this resolution.
Immediate Action Plan
- Archive Immediately: File this legislation as "Non-Actionable/Ceremonial."
- Preserve Resources: Do not allocate legal or compliance budget to tracking this item.
- Maintain Status Quo: Continue current operations without modification.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
No Impact. This resolution does not trigger force majeure clauses, require updates to Master Service Agreements (MSAs), or necessitate changes to vendor contracts.
Hiring/Training
No Impact. No new certifications, safety training, or HR policy updates are required.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
No Impact. There are no new filing requirements with the Secretary of State or the Department of Public Safety. Do not generate or retain data regarding this measure.
Fees & Costs
No Impact. This legislation imposes no new levies, surcharges, or administrative fees.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is strictly honorary and devoid of regulatory language. There are no provisions subject to future interpretation by the Attorney General or state agencies.
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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 SR4
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Who authored SR4?
SR4 was authored by Texas Senator Charles Perry during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR4 signed into law?
SR4 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How significant are the changes in SR4?
The regulatory priority for SR4 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 SR4?
The cost impact of SR4 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR4 address?
SR4 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--congratulatory & honorary and longway, joseph c..
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What are the key dates for SR4?
Key dates for SR4: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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