H.R. No. 1211
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Proud residents of Alamo are gathering in Austin on
  April 26, 2023, to celebrate the City of Alamo Day at the State
  Capitol; and
         WHEREAS, Situated in the Rio Grande Valley, the city of Alamo
  is located in Hidalgo County and is known as "The Refuge to the
  Valley"; the area's first settlers were primarily farmers and
  ranchers who were attracted to the region by its fertile land and
  abundant water supply; after the arrival of the railroad in the
  early 1900s, the area experienced significant growth and
  development; in the years that followed, Alamo became an important
  agricultural center in the Rio Grande Valley, and crops such as
  cotton, citrus, and sorghum were major contributors to the local
  economy; the city was officially incorporated on May 12, 1924, and
  it was named after the Indian-Spanish term for the cottonwood tree;
  and
         WHEREAS, Today, Alamo is a thriving city of nearly 19,500
  citizens that boasts a strong agricultural industry, and it
  continues to grow in commerce, ecotourism, and the arts; residents
  and visitors alike benefit from its close proximity to a number of
  popular tourist attractions, including South Padre Island and the
  Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, and outdoor enthusiasts are
  drawn to the area for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and
  camping; furthermore, the city has remained true to its cultural
  heritage and celebrates its history and traditions with such events
  as the annual Alamo Watermelon Festival, which is a
  state-sanctioned BBQ cook-off that honors the community's
  agricultural roots; and
         WHEREAS, Acknowledging their rich history as they work to
  build an even brighter future, the citizens of Alamo are
  justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
  honor their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize April 26, 2023, as the City of Alamo
  Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation
  sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable stay in Austin.
 
  Martinez
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1211 was adopted by the House on April
  26, 2023, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House