Resolutions

The Texas Silver-Haired Legislature adopts both direct and support resolutions biennially in September prior to the Texas Legislative session. Once the resolutions have gained approval by the TSHL, they are ranked with the top ten achieving priority status. The TSHL work throughout the Texas Legislative session to assist the top ten resolutions to become bills passed by the Texas Legislature.

Resolutions

Resolutions adopted by the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature primarily impact older Texans. These resolutions work to improve the standard of living for Senior Texans and include such priorities as affordable drug pricing and maintaining the Texas State Unit on Aging. The following chart is a listing of direct resolutions identified by number, its resolve clause and ranked in order of priority.

Consent Resolutions

Consent Resolutions are adopted by the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature as one of the ways we show our gratitude and esteem. Some recognize exemplary service to the TSHL, while others provide support for dignified causes and noble deeds.

Past Resolutions

TSHL has helped to pass a great number of bills in the Texas Legislature since its incarnation in 1985. The TSHL selects ten top-priority resolutions each session and puts all efforts towards incorporating them into legislative acts. TSHL accomplishments have continued to grow through the years, recently reaching an all-time high.