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What does Texas SR71 do?
Senate Resolution 71 is a procedural memorial resolution honoring the life of Roscoe Daryll Bennett. It creates no new statutory law, regulatory mandates, or compliance obligations for any business entity in Texas.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR71
1st Special Session
In memory of Roscoe Daryll Bennett of Henderson.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR71: Government Affairs Overview
Senate Resolution 71 is a procedural memorial resolution honoring the life of Roscoe Daryll Bennett. It creates no new statutory law, regulatory mandates, or compliance obligations 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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SR71
LowIn memory of Roscoe Daryll Bennett of Henderson.
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: N/A (Procedural Resolution)
- Compliance Deadline: N/A
- Agency Rulemaking: None. No state agency has been granted authority or direction to promulgate rules based on this text.
Immediate Action Plan
- Archive this analysis immediately.
- Remove SR71 from your legislative tracking dashboards to prevent alert fatigue.
- Notify your compliance team that this item is closed and requires no implementation resources.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
No action required. This resolution does not alter the Texas Business and Commerce Code or affect existing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, or employment agreements.
Hiring/Training
No action required. No new certifications, safety protocols, or HR training modules are mandated.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
No action required. There are no filings required with the Secretary of State or industry regulators.
Fees & Costs
None. This legislation imposes no new taxes, fees, or surcharges.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is self-contained and final. There are no "regulatory gray zones" as the resolution is strictly ceremonial and does not interact with the Texas Occupations Code or Civil Practice and Remedies Code.
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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 SR71
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Who authored SR71?
SR71 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR71 signed into law?
SR71 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How significant are the changes in SR71?
The regulatory priority for SR71 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 SR71?
The cost impact of SR71 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR71 address?
SR71 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and bennett, roscoe daryll.
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What are the key dates for SR71?
Key dates for SR71: 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