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      H.R. No. 1153       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The observance of National Historic Preservation   Month in May 2025 provides an ideal opportunity to recognize Rio   Vista Farm in Socorro; and          WHEREAS, Rio Vista Farm was founded as a poor farm and   institutional facility in the early 20th century; beginning in   World War II, it became a crucial site in the Bracero Program, the   landmark labor agreement between the United States and Mexico that   brought Mexican workers to the U.S. to fill agricultural and   railroad jobs; and          WHEREAS, After opening in 1942 as one of the first bracero   reception and processing centers, Rio Vista remained one of the   most active until its closing in 1964; thousands of Mexican   laborers passed through its gates, responding to our nation's   workforce needs during the war and in the decades that followed; and          WHEREAS, The City of Socorro and its historic preservation   officer, Victor Reta, have worked tirelessly to raise awareness of   the importance of Rio Vista; in 2024, it was designated as a   National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service, becoming   the first site in Far West Texas to receive this distinction in over   two decades; and          WHEREAS, Today, the city is leading a $35 million historic   rehabilitation project to transform Rio Vista into a cultural,   educational, and economic cornerstone for the region; the campus   will remind future generations of the immeasurable contributions   made by braceros to the growth and prosperity of the country; and          WHEREAS, Understanding the places that shaped our past   fosters wisdom for building a brighter future, and the   revitalization of Rio Vista Farm is elevating a legacy that should   never be forgotten; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby honor Rio Vista Farm on the occasion of National   Historic Preservation Month and commend all those involved in the   revitalization initiative for their dedicated efforts; and, be it   further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the City of Socorro as an expression of high regard by   the Texas House of Representatives.     González of El Paso     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 1153 was adopted by the House on May   23, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House