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Resolution asking state and federal legislators to support Richardson's legislative agenda
What this is
Resolution No. 24-29 formally requests members of the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the 119th U.S. Congress to support the City of Richardson's legislative priorities.
Why it matters
This resolution signals to state and federal lawmakers the policy positions Richardson wants them to champion on the city's behalf.
Council action
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented
Moved by Jennifer Justice. Seconded by Ken Hutchenrider.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 10, 2026 Agenda posted — December 2, 2024 meeting
- December 2, 2024 Vote taken — December 2, 2024 meeting · Approved 7-0 (consent)
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — December 2, 2024
Adopt Resolution No. 24-29
Official agenda language
RESOLUTION NO 24-29, REQUESTING THE MEMBERS OF THE 89TH LEGISLATIVE SESSION OF THE STATE OF TEXAS AND THE 119TH SESSION OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS SUPPORT THE CITY OF RICHARDSON LEGISLATIVE AGENDA.
Documents
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