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SENATE RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize the proud residents of Washington County who are |
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visiting the State Capitol on February 26, 2025, to celebrate |
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Washington County Day at the State Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, In the early 1820s, members of Stephen F. Austin's |
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Old Three Hundred began settling in the area and formed a |
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community known as Washington-on-the-Brazos; the town became a |
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major center of activity during the Texas Revolution and hosted |
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the Convention of 1836, where delegates signed the Texas |
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Declaration of Independence and drafted a constitution for the |
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new republic; and |
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WHEREAS, Washington County was formally established in |
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1836, and from 1842 through 1845, Washington-on-the-Brazos |
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served as the capital of the republic; the region attracted |
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substantial immigration and developed quickly, and among the |
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flow of newcomers were Germans, Czechs, and Poles, who began |
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arriving in the mid-19th century; and |
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WHEREAS, Young Texans had several colleges to choose from |
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in the county, including Baylor University, which was |
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established in Independence in 1846, and Soule University, which |
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eventually merged with other schools to become Southwestern |
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University; the commitment to higher education continues to be |
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carried on at Blinn College, which was founded in 1883 and is |
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located in Brenham, the county seat; and |
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WHEREAS, Washington County is a popular destination for |
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tourists due to its natural beauty and its significant role in |
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early Texas history; visitors can drive along scenic country |
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roads, enjoy recreational activities at Somerville Lake, and |
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explore the past at the Star of the Republic Museum in |
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Washington-on-the-Brazos and at additional museums in Brenham, |
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Burton, Chappell Hill, and Independence; and |
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WHEREAS, A vibrant gem of the Lone Star State, Washington |
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County stands out for its rich history and lively community |
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spirit, and it is indeed a pleasure to commend the leaders and |
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residents of Washington County as they embrace a bright and |
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promising future filled with opportunity; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th |
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Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Washington |
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County Day at the Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation |
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heartfelt greetings and best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable |
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visit; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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the delegation as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. |