Texas legislation · 89th Legislature Regular Session
Texas HCR9: Designating the first Saturday of every month as Small Business Saturday for a 10-year period ending in 2035.
Status: Signed into law, June 20, 2025
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, May 29, 2025:
89(R) HCR 9 - Enrolled version - Bill Text H.C.R. No. 9 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Small businesses are an essential element of our state's economy, and their viability has far-reaching benefits for the communities in which they operate; and WHEREAS, Texas is home to 3.1 million small businesses, which are defined as companies that employ fewer than 500 people; these enterprises represent 99.8 percent of all businesses in Texas, and they employ close to half of the state's residents; and WHEREAS, From clothing designers to food trucks, bookstores to auto mechanics, and tech startups to construction firms, small businesses operate in a diverse range of industries and provide a broad spectrum of products and services; and WHEREAS, Beyond providing goods and services, small businesses create jobs and stimulate commercial activity within their communities; their role as engines of economic productivity stems from the fact that the businesses often rely on local supply chains, and their smaller size allows them to adapt to and accommodate the demands of local customers and the unique character of their neighborhoods; and WHEREAS, Despite being major drivers of commercial growth, small businesses face significant challenges, including economic uncertainty, rising costs, and difficulties in finding workers; fostering a supportive environment for these enterprises is key to ensuring their long-term viability and will assist hardworking entrepreneurs …
Sponsors
- Christina Morales (D, HD-145) · primary sponsor
- Shelley Luther (R, HD-062)
- Terri Leo-Wilson (R, HD-023)
- Keresa Richardson (R, HD-061)
- Lauren Ashley Simmons (D, HD-146)
- John Bryant (D, HD-114)
- Elizabeth Campos (D, HD-119)
- Aicha Davis (D)
- Maria Flores (D, HD-051)
- Erin Gamez (D, HD-038)
- Linda Garcia (D, HD-107)
- Jessica Gonzalez (D, HD-104)
Latest actions
- : Signed by the Governor
- : Sent to the Governor
- : Signed in the Senate
- : Signed in the House
- : Reported enrolled
- : House concurs in Senate amendment(s)-reported
- : Text of Senate Amendment(s)
- : Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
- : Record vote (RV#3970)
- : House concurs in Senate amendment(s)
Votes
- Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee Vote (Out of committee): 9 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Administration Committee Vote (Out of committee): 7 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Record vote RV#3970 (May 28, 2025): 127 yea, 3 nay, passed
- Record vote RV#3761 (May 19, 2025): 137 yea, 1 nay, passed
- Record vote RV#2981 (May 19, 2025): 120 yea, 13 nay, passed
Subjects: Resolutions--Official Designations--10-Year Significant Dates, SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY (H68FG)
Common questions
- What is HCR9?
- HCR9 is a bill in the Texas Legislature (89th Legislature Regular Session): Designating the first Saturday of every month as Small Business Saturday for a 10-year period ending in 2035.
- What is the status of HCR9?
- Signed into law as of June 20, 2025. Latest action: Signed by the Governor (June 20, 2025).
- Who sponsored HCR9?
- Christina Morales (D, HD-145), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HCR9?
- On the Texas Legislature website: https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HCR00009
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