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119THCONGRESS
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STSESSION H. RES. 343
Supporting the goals and ideals of San Jacinto Day in recognition of April
21, 1836, the date on which General Sam Houston and the Texan
Army defeated the Mexican Army winning Texas independence from
Mexico.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
APRIL21, 2025
Mr. W
ILLIAMSof Texas (for himself, Mr. BABIN, Mr. SELF, and Mr. WEBER
of Texas) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
RESOLUTION
Supporting the goals and ideals of San Jacinto Day in rec-
ognition of April 21, 1836, the date on which General
Sam Houston and the Texan Army defeated the Mexican
Army winning Texas independence from Mexico.
Whereas, 189 years ago, General Sam Houston launched an
attack against Santa Anna and his Mexican Army achiev-
ing the deciding victory over Mexico securing Texas inde-
pendence;
Whereas General Sam Houston said, ‘‘We must now act or
abandon all hope. Rally to the standard and be no longer
the scoff of mercenary tongues. Be men, be free men,
that your children may bless their father’s name’’;
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Whereas the battle lasted only 18 minutes before the Texan
Army claimed their victory;
Whereas the victory at San Jacinto led to the independence
of Texas from Mexico, giving Texas the autonomy needed
for its eventual admission into the United States nine
years later; and
Whereas the legacy of the Texan Army, remembered for its
courage and sacrifice continues to inspire national pride
in Texans and Americans alike: Now therefore be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 1
(1) supports the goals and ideals of San Jacinto 2
Day, marking the 189th anniversary of the Battle of 3
San Jacinto, the day outnumbered Texan soldiers 4
defeated the Mexican Army and solidified Texas 5
independence; 6
(2) honors the bravery and honor of those who 7
fought in the Texas revolution for their commitment 8
to freedom and liberty; and 9
(3) encourages all Americans to reflect on the 10
importance of freedom and the spirit of those who 11
fight to uphold freedom and American ideals. 12
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