H.R. No. 1333

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The city of San Marcos has been named a Bird City Texas community by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Audubon Texas; and

WHEREAS, One of only 11 cities to earn this certification since the program began in 2020, San Marcos met rigorous criteria by maintaining bird-friendly native landscapes, removing invasive species, expanding green spaces and trails, and promoting alternative transportation options; located along the Central Flyway route, the community serves as a critical stopover for migrating birds, and it is uniquely positioned at the convergence of several ecoregions, providing diverse habitats that support a wide range of bird species; and

WHEREAS, As spring approaches, San Marcos will celebrate its certification with a series of events, including an official Bird City Texas designation ceremony, the Great Backyard Bird Count, and the Migratory Bird Day Festival, which it has hosted since 2021; additionally, the community will continue to offer educational programs that encourage conservation efforts among residents; and

WHEREAS, San Marcos has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to creating a thriving environment for birds and other wildlife, and it is indeed deserving of this prestigious recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the city of San Marcos on being designated a Bird City Texas community by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Audubon Texas and commend all those involved in securing this honor for their efforts; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the city as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Zwiener

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1333 was adopted by the House on June 1, 2025, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House