86R10056 KSM-D
By: Hinojosa H.C.R. No. 57
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, From El Paso to Texarkana, from Texline to
Brownsville, from the Rio Grande to the Red River, Texans consume a
lot of tacos, and most of the other foods Texans enjoy, including
brisket, sausage, eggs, chorizo, beans, and seafood, are that much
better when served in the warm embrace of a tortilla; and
WHEREAS, While the exact origins of the taco are uncertain,
this staple of Mexican cuisine is thought to have been around at
least as long as the Lone Star State, and it has been wholeheartedly
adopted as a mainstay of Texas dining; and
WHEREAS, Texans have strong opinions about whether flour or
corn tortillas reign supreme, and as far as fillings go, we delight
in such traditional choices as pork al pastor, beef barbacoa, and
chicken fajita, and we also appreciate the more exotic ingredients
that have been pressed into service, including everything from
octopus to elk to kimchi fried rice; our state is believed to be the
birthplace of the breakfast taco, and although Texans have yet to
arrive at a consensus regarding which region deserves recognition
for the best breakfast tacos, we are happy to indulge in the
spirited debate and taste testing related to this serious issue;
and
WHEREAS, One thing Texans can agree on is that, despite the
availability of tacos in the other 49 states, the tastiest tacos can
be found in the great State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Legislature has recognized a variety of
state symbols as tangible representations of the proud character
and colorful heritage of the Lone Star State; while tortilla chips
and salsa make for a satisfying state snack and chili is worthy of
its selection as the official state dish, the taco, which needs no
dish and can be hearty enough to serve as a meal all by itself, is
indeed deserving of a place at the table; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 86th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate tacos as the official state food of Texas.