Texas House Bill HR764

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 3/10/09
• Enrolled: 3/19/09
• Passed: 3/19/09

Caption

Recognizing March 11, 2009, as Uvalde County Day at the State Capitol.

Impact

The resolution serves as a commendation for the residents of Uvalde County, allowing them to take pride in their community’s past and present. By formally recognizing Uvalde County Day, the Texas Legislature aims to foster a greater sense of pride and unity among its residents while emphasizing the county's contributions to the state’s overall cultural and economic fabric. Such resolutions are important for local communities as they increase awareness and appreciation of their contributions at the state level.

Summary

House Resolution 764 recognizes March 11, 2009, as Uvalde County Day at the State Capitol, celebrating the contributions and historical significance of Uvalde County. The resolution highlights the county's rich cultural heritage, including its origins as a hunting ground for Native American tribes and its development into a ranching center in the late 1800s. It acknowledges the historical battles and the establishment of settlers in the area, illustrating the unique story of Uvalde County within Texas's broader history.

Contention

While House Resolution 764 is primarily celebratory in nature and does not introduce any legislative changes or confrontational points, it echoes themes of local pride and recognition that can sometimes stir conversations about the representation of smaller communities within the larger context of state governance. There tends to be an underlying dialogue about how smaller, often rural counties like Uvalde maintain their cultural identities in the face of broader trends in urbanization and economic shifts.