H.R. No. 432
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Woodlands marked the 50th anniversary of its
founding in October 2024; and
WHEREAS, Established by visionary oil and business magnate
George P. Mitchell in 1974, The Woodlands has grown into a
nationally recognized master-planned community; with its natural
beauty, urban conveniences, and robust business climate, the city
offers an exceptional living and working environment to a diverse
and dynamic population of more than 120,000 residents; and
WHEREAS, Known for its high quality of life and its
dedication to environmental preservation and economic vitality,
The Woodlands was ranked by Niche.com as the second-best city to
live and the second-best city to raise a family in the United States
in 2024, and it also topped that publication's list of the best
cities in which to purchase a home; and
WHEREAS, The Woodlands has established itself as a premier
economic hub, attracting businesses and fostering innovation while
maintaining an emphasis on responsible development and community
engagement; its amenities include a variety of cultural,
educational, and recreational offerings that enrich the lives of
residents and visitors alike, and its ongoing investments in public
safety, infrastructure, and education have furthered its
reputation as a model for municipalities across the nation; and
WHEREAS, The citizens and the business and community leaders
of The Woodlands have demonstrated a shared commitment to the
continued well-being and prosperity of their vibrant city, and they
may indeed take pride in the work they have done to make the
community such a treasured asset to the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of The
Woodlands and pay tribute to the city's outstanding record of
excellence for the past half-century; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the leaders and residents of The Woodlands as an
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Toth
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 432 was adopted by the House on April
17, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 133, Nays 7, 2 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House