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What does Texas SR46 do?
SR46 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring the life of Harold Edgar Raines. It creates no statutory requirements, operational mandates, or liability exposures for any business entity in Texas.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR46
1st Special Session
In memory of Harold Edgar Raines of Marshall.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR46: Government Affairs Overview
SR46 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring the life of Harold Edgar Raines. It creates no statutory requirements, operational mandates, or liability exposures for any business entity in Texas.
Sen. Bryan Hughes·Senate Bill·1st Special Session
LowStandard timeline
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
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SR46
LowIn memory of Harold Edgar Raines of Marshall.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01Primary Author: Sen. Bryan Hughes
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 (No action required).
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency is granted authority or directed to promulgate rules regarding this resolution.
Immediate Action Plan
- Archive: Mark SR46 as "Non-Operational/Ceremonial" in your legislative tracking system.
- Close File: No further monitoring is required.
- Notify Staff: Inform your compliance team that no implementation steps are necessary for this item.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
None. This legislation does not impact Master Services Agreements, vendor contracts, or employment agreements.
Hiring/Training
None. No changes to HR policy, staffing levels, or mandatory training modules are required.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
None. This resolution triggers no filing obligations with the Secretary of State or other regulatory bodies.
Fees & Costs
None. There are no associated fees, taxes, or surcharges.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is plain on its face and strictly ceremonial. There is no regulatory gray zone or potential for future agency interpretation.
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Legislative Timeline
This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Senate Authors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SR46
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Who authored SR46?
SR46 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR46 signed into law?
SR46 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How significant are the changes in SR46?
The regulatory priority for SR46 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 SR46?
The cost impact of SR46 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR46 address?
SR46 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and raines, harold edgar.
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What are the key dates for SR46?
Key dates for SR46: 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