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TX HCR153

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Don McLaughlin

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates Pearsall in Frio County as the official "Lineman Capital of Texas"

  • Recognizes Pearsall's long history as home to numerous power line construction companies and employees, with many residents working as linemen across multiple generations

  • Acknowledges linemen's essential role in building, repairing, and maintaining electrical infrastructure, including traveling nationally and internationally to restore power after natural disasters

  • Designation remains in effect for 10 years from the date of passage, per Section 391.003(e) of the Government Code

  • Adopted by the House on May 28, 2025 (112-15 vote) and by the Senate on May 30, 2025 (31-0 vote)

Legislative Description

Designating Pearsall as the official Lineman Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

Resolutions

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Culture, Recreation & Tourism5/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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