HR160 - Recognizing February 5, 2025, as Webb County Day at the State Capitol.

      H.R. No. 160       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Proud residents and community leaders of Webb County   are gathering in Austin on February 5, 2025, to celebrate Webb   County Day at the State Capitol; and          WHEREAS, The land that is now Webb County has evidence of   human settlement dating back approximately 11,000 years, and it is   known to have been occupied by the Coahuiltecans, Comanches, and   Lipan Apaches; as the sixth largest county in Texas by area, Webb   County encompasses some 3,400 square miles of rolling terrain   covered by native mesquite, thorny shrubs, whiplash pappusgrass,   and cacti and interlaced with creeks that drain to the Nueces and   Rio Grande Rivers; and          WHEREAS, Webb County, founded in 1848, holds a distinguished   place in the history of Texas; named in honor of Judge James Webb,   former secretary of state and secretary of the treasury for the   Republic of Texas, the county has helped shape the development of   the state through its contributions to trade, ranching, and   agriculture; and          WHEREAS, During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Webb   County became a major center for cattle ranching and railroad   expansion, further cementing its role in Texas' economic   infrastructure; the growth of cattle ranching in the county   resulted in the establishment of large ranching enterprises that   became economic powerhouses for the region and state, and the   introduction of new breeding techniques and water management   practices helped make the county a leading producer of livestock;   and          WHEREAS, The arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century   transformed Webb County into a critical nexus for transportation,   facilitating the movement of cattle, goods, and people; beyond   connecting Laredo to major markets across Texas and the United   States, the expansion of the rail lines spurred the region's   population growth and the continued development of commerce and   industry; and          WHEREAS, Today, Webb County is home to around 270,000   residents; the county thrives as a leader in international trade   and public service, and the presence of institutions such as Texas   A&M International University make it an educational hub for the   region; and          WHEREAS, The people of Webb County take great pride in their   rich history as they work to build an even brighter and more   prosperous future, and it is indeed fitting that they be honored for   their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize February 5, 2025, as Webb County Day   at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting   delegation.     Raymond     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 160 was adopted by the House on   February 5, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House