Texas SB1656 designates May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day in memory of the victims of the 2022 Uvalde shooting.

Texas SB1656 amends the Government Code to establish May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day, honoring the 21 victims of the 2022 Uvalde shooting. The day is meant to be observed with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The bill names each of the victims, including children and teachers, who were killed in the tragic event. The act will take effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the members in both houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1656 designates May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day in memory of the victims of the 2022 Uvalde shooting.

Texas SB1656 amends the Government Code to establish May 24 as Victims of the Uvalde Shooting Day, honoring the 21 victims of the 2022 Uvalde shooting. The day is meant to be observed with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The bill names each of the victims, including children and teachers, who were killed in the tragic event. The act will take effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the members in both houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.