HR432 - Commemorating the 50th anniversary of The Woodlands.

      H.R. No. 432       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The Woodlands marked the 50th anniversary of its   founding in October 2024; and          WHEREAS, Established by visionary oil and business magnate   George P. Mitchell in 1974, The Woodlands has grown into a   nationally recognized master-planned community; with its natural   beauty, urban conveniences, and robust business climate, the city   offers an exceptional living and working environment to a diverse   and dynamic population of more than 120,000 residents; and          WHEREAS, Known for its high quality of life and its   dedication to environmental preservation and economic vitality,   The Woodlands was ranked by Niche.com as the second-best city to   live and the second-best city to raise a family in the United States   in 2024, and it also topped that publication's list of the best   cities in which to purchase a home; and          WHEREAS, The Woodlands has established itself as a premier   economic hub, attracting businesses and fostering innovation while   maintaining an emphasis on responsible development and community   engagement; its amenities include a variety of cultural,   educational, and recreational offerings that enrich the lives of   residents and visitors alike, and its ongoing investments in public   safety, infrastructure, and education have furthered its   reputation as a model for municipalities across the nation; and          WHEREAS, The citizens and the business and community leaders   of The Woodlands have demonstrated a shared commitment to the   continued well-being and prosperity of their vibrant city, and they   may indeed take pride in the work they have done to make the   community such a treasured asset to the Lone Star State; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of The   Woodlands and pay tribute to the city's outstanding record of   excellence for the past half-century; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the leaders and residents of The Woodlands as an   expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.     Toth     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 432 was adopted by the House on April   17, 2025, by the following vote:  Yeas 133, Nays 7, 2 present, not   voting.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House