SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 221

WHEREAS, The 88th annual Charro Days Fiesta took place in Brownsville from February 27 through March 1, 2025; and

WHEREAS, The idea for the event was conceived by local business leaders who sought to raise the spirits of their fellow community members during the Great Depression, and the first Charro Days Fiesta was held in February 1938; since its inception, the binational festival has honored the spirit of the charros, the Mexican cowboys who are considered heroes of the borderlands, and attendees often dress in the cowboys' traditional costumes; the early years of festivities also included horse-drawn parade floats, elegant costume balls, street parties, and fireworks launched with a traditional joyful yell, known as a "grito"; and

WHEREAS, The City of Matamoros in Mexico has played an integral role in the success of the Charro Days Fiesta; in years past, international bridges were opened during the festival so that friends and family from across the border could share in the celebration; today, the sister cities host the Hands Across the Border ceremony, when the mayors of Matamoros and Brownsville meet to officially begin the week of festivities; and

WHEREAS, Each year, the Charro Days Fiesta showcases the rich history and culture of the Brownsville and Matamoros communities, and this festive occasion is indeed deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 88th annual Charro Days Fiesta and extend sincere appreciation to all those who helped bring this year's event to fruition.

Hinojosa of Nueces

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 31, 2025.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate