SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 110
WHEREAS, A distinguished delegation from South Texas is
visiting Austin on February 19, 2025, to celebrate Rio Grande
Valley Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Benefiting from a strategic location on the Gulf
of Mexico and along the Mexican border, the Rio Grande Valley was
an important ranching region when Texas became the nation's 28th
state in 1845; over time, the focus shifted from ranching to
agriculture, and the Rio Grande Valley became the state's center
of citrus and vegetable production; and
WHEREAS, Flourishing industry and growing international
trade in the 1960s led the Rio Grande Valley to become an economic
powerhouse for the state as it facilitated a tremendous volume of
goods across the United States-Mexico border; each year, the
Valley's 13 ports of entry accommodate millions of vehicle and
pedestrian crossings and facilitate nearly $1 trillion in
commercial trade; and
WHEREAS, The Rio Grande Valley is home to a growing
population of nearly 1.5 million citizens, which has prompted
local and state leaders to expand access to higher education and
health care, strengthen the workforce, increase transportation
and ports of entry infrastructure, and increase funding for
public education in the region; and
WHEREAS, A wealth of higher education institutions
including The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Texas A&M
University Higher Education Center, Texas A&M University Health
Science Center McAllen, South Texas College, Texas Southmost
College, and Texas State Technical College are located in the
Valley with new programs being introduced every year; and
WHEREAS, A vibrant region with a rich heritage, the Rio
Grande Valley is poised to take advantage of exceptional
opportunities for economic and community development, and it is
indeed fitting to honor the Valley's residents on their
commitment to a bright and prosperous future for the area; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as Rio Grande
Valley Day at the Capitol and extend to all in attendance sincere
best wishes for a productive and enjoyable visit.
Hinojosa of Hidalgo
Hinojosa of Nueces, Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 19, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate