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TX SJR36

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bob Hall

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 39, Article XVI of the Texas Constitution to expand the types of historical materials eligible for preservation appropriations to include films, videotapes, audiotapes, computer files, and other electronic storage media

  • Authorizes the Legislature and state agencies to accept gifts of items of historical value on behalf of the state

  • Permits acceptance of monetary contributions specifically designated for purchasing items of historical value

  • Scheduled for voter approval at an election on November 4, 2025

  • Passed Senate Administration Committee on January 28, 2025, with a 6-0 vote

Legislative Description

Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to appropriations for the preservation and perpetuation of certain items of historical value; allowing the legislature and state agencies to accept on behalf of the state gifts of items of historical value and contributions to purchase such items.

State Agencies, Boards & Commissions

Last Action

Committee report printed and distributed

1/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Administration1/22/2025

Full Bill Text

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