H.R. No. 927
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The observance of Tejano Day at the State Capitol on
April 6, 2023, provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the
wide-ranging contributions Tejanos have made to the history and
heritage of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Tejanos are descendants of the first Spanish,
Mexican, and indigenous families on the Texas frontier; they were
the founders of the Lone Star State's oldest permanent settlements,
including the cities of San Antonio, Nacogdoches, Victoria, Goliad,
and El Paso, and they were the first to name many of the state's
waterways and natural features; they also played a vital role in
negotiating peace with the Comanches and other indigenous peoples;
and
WHEREAS, Having already lived in the region for generations,
Tejanos were the first residents to declare for an independent
Texas; they risked their lives and livelihood before and during the
Texas Revolution, making great sacrifices in the Battle of Medina,
the deadliest conflict in Texas history, and helping to secure the
decisive victory at the Battle of San Jacinto; more recently,
Tejanos have continued this tradition of distinguished military
service, fighting for their country in World War I, World War II,
the Korean War, and the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, Since long before the existence of the State of
Texas, Tejano men and women have helped shape the region's culture;
they were the first to introduce such iconic elements of Texas
heritage as rodeos, expert horsemanship, and longhorn ranching, and
they developed Tex-Mex cuisine, a fusion of flavors from both sides
of the U.S.-Mexico border that has become inextricably linked with
the state; moreover, they combined Mexican vocal styles with
rhythms influenced by Texas' Czech and German populations to create
Tejano music; this unique genre was popularized by a number of
talented artists and groups, including Selena, Flaco Jiménez, and
Ramón Ayala; and
WHEREAS, For more than three centuries, Tejanos have been
essential to the vibrancy and prosperity of the Lone Star State, and
they may indeed take great pride in their instrumental role in the
story of Texas; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 6, 2023, as Tejano Day at the
State Capitol.
Campos
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 927 was adopted by the House on April
14, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House