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What does Texas SR56 do?
SR 56 is a ceremonial resolution memorializing the life of Ethel Branch. It creates no legal obligations, statutory amendments, or regulatory requirements for Texas businesses. This item requires no further review.
SR56
1st Special Session
In memory of Ethel Branch of Longview.
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Low Cost
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: N/A (Ceremonial Resolution)
- Compliance Deadline: None.
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency has jurisdiction or directive to promulgate rules based on this instrument.
Immediate Action Plan
- Mark SR 56 as "Reviewed/No Action" in your legislative tracking system.
- Archive this file immediately.
- Redirect compliance resources to statutory bills currently pending committee review.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
None. No changes are required for Master Services Agreements, vendor contracts, or employment agreements.
Hiring/Training
None. No new certifications, continuing education, or staffing mandates are created.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
None. There are no filing requirements or retention schedules associated with this resolution.
Fees & Costs
None. This resolution creates no fiscal impact, fee increases, or new penalties.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is unambiguous and purely ceremonial in nature. There is no regulatory gray zone.
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Legislative Timeline
This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Senate Authors
Bill Text(with markup)
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| In Memory | ||
| of | ||
| Ethel Branch | ||
| WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and purpose drew to a close | ||
| on May 2, 2025, with the passing of Ethel Branch of Longview at | ||
| the age of 81; and | ||
| WHEREAS, The youngest child of Dick and Marie Rowland, the | ||
| former Ethel Rowland was born on December 19, 1943, in Orlando, | ||
| Florida; after graduating high school, she worked in mortgage | ||
| lending before embarking on a long and successful career in real | ||
| estate; in 1995, she joined Lenhart Properties, now Coldwell | ||
| Banker Lenhart Properties, and in the course of her 30 years with | ||
| the agency, she was a top performer as well as a mentor and leader | ||
| to her colleagues; and | ||
| WHEREAS, In 1986, she married Barney Branch, and the couple | ||
| went on to share a rewarding marriage that spanned nearly four | ||
| decades; Mrs. Branch's life was greatly enriched by her stepsons, | ||
| Trey and Scott, as well as her three grandchildren and seven | ||
| great-grandchildren; a woman of deep faith, she served as an | ||
| usher at Trinity Episcopal Church; she also gave generously of | ||
| her time and talents to the Green Thumb Garden Club, and she had a | ||
| lifelong passion for the beach, especially the Florida coast; and | ||
| WHEREAS, Admired for her warmth, kindness, and quick wit, | ||
| Ethel Branch brightened the world for all who knew her, and they | ||
| will forever hold her close 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 life | ||
| of Ethel Branch and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of | ||
| her family: to her husband, Barney Branch; to her sister-in-law, | ||
| Jo Ann Ford, and her children, Jill, Gail, and Greg; to her | ||
| stepsons, Trey Branch and Scott Branch and his wife, Christy; to | ||
| her grandchildren, Connor, Carson, and Karly Branch; to her | ||
| great-grandchildren; and to her many other relatives and host of | ||
| 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 Ethel Branch. | ||
| 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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Quick Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SR56
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Who authored SR56?
SR56 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR56 signed into law?
SR56 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How urgent is compliance with SR56?
The compliance urgency for SR56 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 SR56?
The cost impact of SR56 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR56 address?
SR56 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and branch, ethel.
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