SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 393
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize April 6, 2023, as Tejano Day at the
State Capitol.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 6, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate