Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution
SJR 44: Proposing a constitutional amendment to remove the governor's line-item veto authority.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SJR 44 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas Senate on January 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment to remove the governor's line-item veto authority. Primary sponsor: Johnson. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): Co-author authorized.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Sarah Eckhardt | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Co-author authorized
- Referred to State Affairs
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate