TITLE: Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Citizens and business leaders from Montgomery County are convening in Austin on March 4, 2025, to celebrate Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Located at the southern edge of East Texas's Piney Woods, Montgomery County was founded by the Congress of the Republic of Texas in 1837. The historic city of Montgomery is known as the birthplace of the Texas flag, designed by Montgomery resident Dr. Charles B. Stewart and adopted by the Texas Congress in 1839. This flag has represented the state since it joined the Union in 1845; and WHEREAS, The arrival of railroads in the 1870s and 1880s spurred a lumber boom that revitalized Montgomery County's agricultural economy post-Civil War. Houston lumberman Isaac Conroe established a sawmill in 1881, and the town of Conroe, which developed around the mill, became the county seat eight years later. The discovery of oil in 1931 led to another economic surge, and today, oil production, the lumber industry, and ranching contribute to the area's prosperity; and WHEREAS, East Montgomery County has seen significant residential and commercial growth, with residents enjoying proximity to Houston's cultural amenities and The Woodlands, as well as access to Lake Houston Wilderness Park and three regional lakes; and WHEREAS, This visit to the State Capitol is organized by the Conroe/Lake Conroe, Woodlands Area, Greater Magnolia Parkway, Greater East Montgomery County, Montgomery Area, and Montgomery County Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. Members of these associations work to enhance economic development and quality of life throughout Montgomery County, one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation; and WHEREAS, The residents of this dynamic county take great pride in their rich history as they strive to build an even brighter future. It is fitting to honor them and their unique contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 4, 2025, as Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol and extend sincere best wishes to the visiting delegation for a meaningful and memorable stay in Austin. Holt Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 100 was adopted by the House on April 17, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 133, Nays 7, 2 present, not voting. Chief Clerk of the House