Recognizing March 3, 2009, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day.
The resolution acknowledges that Texas A&M University and The University of Texas at Austin have become prominent institutions of higher education, collectively boasting a significant number of alumni—over 700,000—and annual enrollments exceeding 95,000 students. Furthermore, it emphasizes the universities' commitment to academic excellence, as reflected in their distinguished faculty, which includes Nobel laureates and nationally recognized scholars, along with their extensive range of graduate programs.
House Resolution 670 recognizes March 3, 2009, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day at the Texas State Capitol. This day serves as a celebration of the contributions of alumni from both Texas A&M University and The University of Texas at Austin in promoting higher education within the state. The resolution highlights the significance of both universities in providing a rich educational experience and their roles in fostering higher educational aspirations among Texas youth through various outreach programs.
Notably, the resolution does not represent legislative contention in the traditional sense; instead, it reflects collaboration and unity between the two competing institutions to promote higher education. However, it subtly highlights the competitive nature of Texas A&M and The University of Texas, as it focuses on alumni achievements and the importance of institutional pride in advancing educational standards across the state. As such, the day is more of a celebration than a point of dispute.