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TX HCR107

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

5/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Metcalf

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Texas Almanac as the official State Book of Texas

  • The Texas Almanac was first published by The Galveston News in 1857 and has been in publication for nearly 170 years

  • The Dallas Morning News donated the publication, including archives, trademark, and inventory, to the Texas State Historical Association in 2008

  • The publication shifted to a biennial cycle during the Great Depression and covers topics including resources, industries, commerce, history, government, and population

  • Adopted by the House on May 1, 2025 (123-16) and by the Senate on May 9, 2025 (31-0)

Legislative Description

Designating the Texas Almanac as the official State Book of Texas.

Resolutions

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

5/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Administration5/5/2025
Culture, Recreation & Tourism3/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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