H.R. No. 195
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Citizens and business leaders of San Jacinto County
are gathering in Austin on February 16, 2023, to celebrate San
Jacinto County Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the gently rolling hills of the stately
Piney Woods, San Jacinto County was established in 1870 with
Coldspring as the county seat; other notable towns include
Shepherd, Oakhurst, and Point Blank; and
WHEREAS, More than half of San Jacinto County is in the Sam
Houston National Forest, and the county is bounded on the east by
Lake Livingston and the Trinity River, making the area ideal for
outdoor enthusiasts; points of interest include Coldspring's
historic downtown area and the old San Jacinto County Jail, which is
listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to a
museum featuring artifacts related to early settlers of East Texas;
and
WHEREAS, The lumber industry has been integral to the area,
and other abundant resources include oil, sand, and gas; and
WHEREAS, San Jacinto County is blessed with a rich history
and beautiful scenery, and its residents may take great pride in
their accomplishments as they continue to work toward an even
brighter future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 16, 2023, as San Jacinto
County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting
delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
stay in Austin.
Bailes
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 195 was adopted by the House on
February 15, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House