S.B. No. 1656 proposes to designate May 24 as "Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day" in honor of the 21 children and teachers who lost their lives in the tragic shooting in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, 2022. The bill adds a new section, 662.088, to the Government Code, which outlines the significance of this day and lists the names of the victims. It emphasizes that this day will be observed through appropriate ceremonies and activities to remember those who were affected by the tragedy.

The bill is set to take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the Texas Legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. This legislation aims to ensure that the memory of the victims is honored and that the community reflects on the impact of gun violence.

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