By: Lucio S.R. No. 9
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Port of Brownsville in honor of its 85th
anniversary, which was observed on May 16, 2021; and
WHEREAS, The Port of Brownsville opened in 1936 and
handled more than 250,000 tons of cargo during its first three
years of operation; in 2020, the port moved a record-breaking
11.6 million tons of cargo, primarily such commodities as refined
petroleum products, steel, and wind energy components; and
WHEREAS, The port supports 273 companies in diverse
industries and provides jobs to some 4,000 employees; its
infrastructure includes a three-million-bushel grain elevator
and multimodal capabilities that merge land and sea
transportation, and projects totalling $30 billion are currently
underway; and
WHEREAS, The Port of Brownsville is a premier shipbuilder
for the Jones Act market and serves as a global ship-recycling
hub, and versatile marine terminal operations at the port allow
for the handling of a wide variety of cargoes; and
WHEREAS, For 85 years, the Port of Brownsville has been a
major contributor to the economic growth and prosperity of the
Rio Grande Valley and the Lone Star State, and it is indeed
fitting that the port be recognized on this important milestone
in its history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend all who
contribute to the success of the Port of Brownsville as they
reflect on the port's rich history and bright future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of the port's 85th anniversary.