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TX HCR50

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Terri Leo-Wilson

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates Galveston as the official Mardi Gras Capital of Texas for a 10-year period from the date of passage
  • Recognizes Galveston's Mardi Gras history dating back to 1867, making it one of the oldest continuous celebrations in the state
  • Notes the festival was revived in 1985 by George P. Mitchell and Cynthia Woods Mitchell after going dormant during World War II
  • Designation made pursuant to Section 391.003(e) of the Government Code governing official state designations
  • Adopted by the House on May 1, 2025 (137-2 vote) and by the Senate on May 9, 2025 (31-0 vote)

Legislative Description

Designating Galveston as the official Mardi Gras Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

Resolutions

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

5/24/2025

Committee Referrals

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

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