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          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 558          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to   recognize the City of Laredo on the occasion of its 270th   anniversary; and          WHEREAS, In 1755 Captain Tomás Sánchez de la Barrera   established a settlement under Spanish rule called Villa de San   Agustín de Laredo; in the 270 years since Laredo was founded, the   flags of Spain, France, Mexico, Texas, the Republic of the Rio   Grande, the Confederate States, and the United States have flown   over the city; and          WHEREAS, Today Laredo thrives as a hub of vibrant culture   and community, serves as an important crossing point on the Rio   Grande, and is North America's leading international trade port   and international trading center; with a bright economic future,   Laredo is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, and   its residents benefit from the city's exemplary institutions of   higher education and its prosperous retail, health services, and   hospitality industries; and          WHEREAS, To commemorate the city's 270th anniversary, the   Webb County Heritage Foundation, in collaboration with numerous   community organizations, held daylong festivities in the city's   San Agustín Plaza on May 17, 2025; enjoyable activities for   residents and visitors alike included local markets, historical   exhibits, live music, delicious dining, and a celebratory piñata   breaking; and          WHEREAS, Laredo's 270th anniversary provides the   opportunity for its proud residents to remember their many   accomplishments while looking forward to their city's bright   future; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby extend congratulations to the City of Laredo   on its 270th anniversary; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an   expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.     Zaffirini                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on May 26, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate