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What does Texas SR86 do?
SR86 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring the life of Marsha Sue Lester. It contains no statutory amendments, regulatory mandates, or compliance obligations for Texas business entities.
Signed Into Law
Signed August 15, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SR86
1st Special Session
In memory of Marsha Sue Lester.
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SR86: Government Affairs Overview
SR86 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring the life of Marsha Sue Lester. It contains no statutory amendments, regulatory mandates, or compliance obligations for Texas business entities.
Sen. Bryan Hughes·Senate Bill·1st Special Session
LowStandard timeline
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
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SR86
LowIn memory of Marsha Sue Lester.
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: Immediate (Ceremonial adoption).
- Compliance Deadline: N/A. No operational changes are required.
- Agency Rulemaking: No state agency is authorized or required to promulgate rules based on this resolution.
Immediate Action Plan
- Mark as Non-Substantive: Tag SR86 as "Review Complete - Ceremonial" in your legislative tracking software.
- Archive: Remove this item from active compliance queues.
- No Communication Needed: Do not circulate memos regarding this resolution to department heads.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
None. This resolution does not trigger "Change of Law" provisions, nor does it require updates to Master Services Agreements (MSAs) or vendor contracts.
Hiring/Training
None. No changes to HR policies, employee handbooks, or mandatory training modules are necessary.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
None. There are no new filing requirements with the Secretary of State or industry regulators.
Fees & Costs
None. This legislation introduces no new taxes, fees, or surcharges.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
None. The text is strictly commemorative and devoid of regulatory language. There is no risk of future agency interpretation affecting business operations.
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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 SR86
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Who authored SR86?
SR86 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the 1st Special Session.
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When was SR86 signed into law?
SR86 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on August 15, 2025.
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How significant are the changes in SR86?
The regulatory priority for SR86 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 SR86?
The cost impact of SR86 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SR86 address?
SR86 addresses topics including resolutions, resolutions--memorial and lester, marsha sue.
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What are the key dates for SR86?
Key dates for SR86: 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