By: Creighton S.C.R. No. 38
(In the Senate - Filed March 13, 2025; March 17, 2025, read
first time and referred to Committee on Economic Development;
April 7, 2025, reported favorably by the following vote: Yeas 4,
Nays 1; April 7, 2025, sent to printer.)
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SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Gulf of America is a vital economic and
strategic resource for the United States, providing critical trade
routes, energy resources, and national security benefits; and
WHEREAS, Texas, as a sovereign state within the United
States, retains ownership and authority over the 10-mile zone off
its coast, ensuring that its natural resources and economic
interests are protected; and
WHEREAS, The Trump Administration has prioritized American
energy independence, economic growth, and state sovereignty,
aligning with Texas' strategic interests in managing its coastal
resources; and
WHEREAS, Strong federal-state partnerships are essential for
the responsible development of offshore energy resources,
fisheries, and maritime trade to benefit both Texas and the broader
United States; and
WHEREAS, Securing Texas' economic and territorial
sovereignty strengthens national security by preventing foreign
influence and ensuring responsible stewardship of natural
resources; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby recognize the strategic importance of the Gulf of America to
the economic and security interests of Texas and the United States;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature affirm Texas'
sovereignty over its 10-mile coastal zone and support its authority
to manage its resources in alignment with national interests; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature commend the Trump
Administration's policies that support energy independence,
economic growth, and state sovereignty; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature encourage continued
collaboration between federal and state entities to enhance energy
production, maritime trade, and resource management in the Gulf of
America; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature oppose any federal
overreach that would undermine Texas' control over its coastal
resources and call for policies that prioritize state rights and
economic prosperity.
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