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89(R) HCR 155 - Enrolled version - Bill Text
H.C.R. No. 155
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The city of San Antonio shares a proud bond with the
military that has spanned more than three centuries, and the city's
enduring links to the United States armed forces are central to its
culture and economy; and
WHEREAS, Dating back to the establishment of San Antonio de
Béxar Presidio in 1718, the city has been home to a consistent
military presence; San Antonio's development into an important
center for the U.S. service branches dates to the early 1900s, when
Fort Sam Houston became a major site for training and operations;
today, San Antonio has one of the highest concentrations of
military bases in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Joint Base San Antonio, the largest base within the
U.S. Department of Defense, is a consolidation of Fort Sam Houston,
Camp Bullis, Lackland Air Force Base, and Randolph Air Force Base;
serving as a hub for training, innovation, and support, JBSA
employs more than 100,000 people and contributes $53.2 billion to
the state's economy annually; moreover, Fort Sam Houston includes
Brooke Army Medical Center, the DOD's largest medical center and
only Level I Trauma Center; and
WHEREAS, With one of the nation's largest active and retired
military populations, San Antonio offers a wealth of resources to
support this community, including education and job training
initiatives and a vast network of health care services; in
addition, the city's culture of military appreciation is reflected
in the myriad events it hosts in honor of the men and women who
serve, including elaborate ceremonies on Veterans Day and Memorial
Day and parades and activities during Fiesta San Antonio; moreover,
the city features a number of museums and sites that enable visitors
to better appreciate the rich history of the military in San
Antonio, including the U.S. Army Medical Department Museum and the
Fort Sam Houston Museum and Quadrangle; and
WHEREAS, The City of San Antonio has demonstrated tangible
support for the military by securing and investing over
$115 million in grants for infrastructure, force protection,
resiliency, family and veteran employment, and aviation safety; in
addition, the city has worked closely with members of the Texas
Legislature to advocate for enhanced protection for San Antonio's
military installations; and
WHEREAS, Through its steadfast commitment to supporting the
U.S. armed forces and the active duty service members and veterans
who have carried out its vital mission, San Antonio has long been
known as Military City USA, and it is indeed fitting that the city
be officially accorded this same title for the State of Texas; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate San Antonio as Military City Texas; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section
391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect
until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally
passed by the legislature.
Martinez Fischer
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President of the Senate
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 155 was adopted by the House on May
28, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 111, Nays 18, 3 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 155 was adopted by the Senate on
June 1, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 31, Nays 0.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor