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TX SR582
Resolution
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sarah Eckhardt
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AI Summary
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Memorial resolution honoring Thomas Everett Spencer of Austin, who died April 2, 2025, at age 68
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Spencer worked at KLRU Public Television in Austin beginning in 1982 and served as longtime host of "Central Texas Gardener," becoming a beloved local figure
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Hosted a Saturday morning gardening show on KLBJ-AM radio for three decades and created the website "Soul of the Garden" featuring photography and essays
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Served in leadership roles at TreeFolks, Interfaith Action of Central Texas, National Wildlife Federation, and I Live Here, I Give Here; received a lifetime achievement award from TreeFolks in 2023
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Resolution adopted by rising vote on May 27, 2025, extending condolences to Spencer's family and directing the Senate to adjourn in his memory
Legislative Description
In memory of Thomas Everett Spender of Austin.
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Last Action
Reported enrolled
5/27/2025