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What does Texas SR7 do?
Senate Resolution 7 is a commemorative legislative act honoring a retiring public school administrator. It imposes no new statutory requirements, fees, or operational mandates on Texas businesses.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR7
1st Special Session
Recognizing David Sauer on the occasion of his retirement.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR7: Government Affairs Overview
Senate Resolution 7 is a commemorative legislative act honoring a retiring public school administrator. It imposes no new statutory requirements, fees, or operational mandates on Texas businesses.
Sen. Bryan Hughes·Senate Bill·1st Special Session
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Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
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SR7
LowRecognizing David Sauer on the occasion of his retirement.
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 (Nominal; resolutions are typically effective immediately upon adoption).
- Compliance Deadline: N/A (No action required).
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency is authorized or required to promulgate rules based on this text.
Immediate Action Plan
- Archive: Mark SR 7 as "No Impact" in your legislative tracking software.
- Filter: Exclude this item from future compliance reports to senior management.
- Halt Spend: Instruct outside counsel and internal compliance teams to allocate zero billable hours to this item.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
None. No amendments are required for Master Services Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, or employment agreements.
Hiring/Training
None. No new certifications, safety training, or staffing ratios are mandated.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
None. This resolution creates no new filing obligations or data retention requirements.
Fees & Costs
None. There are no fiscal implications for the private sector.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is closed-ended and strictly honorary. There is no regulatory discretion or "gray zone" associated with this legislation.
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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 SR7
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Who authored SR7?
SR7 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR7 signed into law?
SR7 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How significant are the changes in SR7?
The regulatory priority for SR7 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 SR7?
The cost impact of SR7 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR7 address?
SR7 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--congratulatory & honorary and sauer, david.
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What are the key dates for SR7?
Key dates for SR7: 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