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      H.R. No. 1079       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The City of Laredo is celebrating the 270th   anniversary of its founding on May 15, 2025; and          WHEREAS, Located on the banks of the Rio Grande, Laredo   traces its roots to 1755, when Tomás Sánchez de la Barrera y Garza   established the settlement and was appointed its captain and chief   justice; the town received a resident priest in 1760; as its   population grew steadily, the first public school was established;   it was named the capital of the Republic of the Rio Grande in 1840,   and it ultimately became part of Texas in 1846; two years later, it   was chosen as the Webb County seat; and          WHEREAS, From its earliest days, Laredo was an important hub   for trade, and the arrival of the railroad in the 1880s furthered   the city's development into an international gateway; its economy   was also supported by coal mining, onion farming, and the discovery   of oil and gas in the early 20th century; and          WHEREAS, Today, Laredo is home to more than 255,000 people,   and its leading industries include transportation and warehousing,   retail trade, and educational services; residents and visitors   alike enjoy such attractions as the San Agustín Plaza, the Republic   of the Rio Grande Museum, and the San Agustín Cathedral; in   addition, outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to the region for hiking,   birding, and other activities; and          WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich history as they work to build   an even brighter future, the people of Laredo are justifiably proud   of their community, and it is indeed fitting to honor 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 commemorate the 270th anniversary of the City of   Laredo and extend to its citizens sincere best wishes for the   future.     Raymond     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 1079 was adopted by the House on May   23, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House