Texas House Bill HCR78

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 2/27/09
• Enrolled: 6/2/09
• Passed: 6/19/09

Caption

Declaring March 2 and 3, 2009, as Kilgore Days at the State Capitol.

Impact

By officially honoring Kilgore with designated days at the Capitol, HCR78 seeks to promote local pride and recognition for the community's historical significance. The resolution serves as an opportunity for community leaders and residents to engage with state lawmakers, showcasing their heritage and achievements to a broader audience. This aligns with efforts to foster state recognition for local communities and highlights the importance of local histories in the broader context of Texas's growth and development.

Summary

HCR78 is a concurrent resolution that declares March 2 and 3, 2009, as Kilgore Days at the State Capitol. This resolution celebrates the rich history and contributions of the city of Kilgore, Texas, including its transformation from a cotton farming center to a bustling oil boomtown after the discovery of oil in 1930. The resolution recognizes the pivotal role the citizens of Kilgore played in shaping the local economy and culture, especially in the oil and high-tech industries today.

Contention

While there are no major points of contention mentioned in the discussions surrounding HCR78, the act of designating special days for a city may lead to discussions on resource allocation for such celebrations versus pressing local needs. Additionally, the representation of Kilgore's oil industry legacy might evoke discussions about modern economic shifts and diversification in Texas's economy.