Bill Text: TX HCR48 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Introduced

Texas House Concurrent Resolution 48

Introduced

Bill Title: Designating Roanoke as the official Unique Dining Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2025-03-05 - Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism [HCR48 Detail]

Download: Texas-2025-HCR48-Introduced.html

	89R1809 AMB-D

	By: Bumgarner	H.C.R. No. 48



	CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The State of Texas enjoys a far-reaching reputation
	for its diverse and distinctive foods and for its many highly
	regarded restaurants; and
	WHEREAS, While exceptional eateries can be found throughout
	the state, certain communities stand apart for offering a
	concentration of popular and unique restaurants; of these, the city
	of Roanoke is deserving of particular recognition for being an
	immensely popular dining destination; and
	WHEREAS, Roanoke is of modest size, with a population of
	around 10,800, yet its lineup of notable restaurants attracts
	patrons from throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as well as
	from other parts of the state; this charming city includes more than
	60 eating establishments that make it a diner's delight; and
	WHEREAS, Oak Street in downtown Roanoke is a compelling
	destination for patrons, and the many vintage buildings in this
	attractive district have earned it a spot on the National Register
	of Historic Places; moreover, the downtown businesses present a
	great variety of cuisines and dining experiences, ranging from
	gourmet food to Mexican specialties; and
	WHEREAS, Not far away, additional thriving restaurants are
	found along Highway 377/Front Street, and other areas of Roanoke
	also uphold the city's tradition of good eating; these include the
	Byron Nelson Parkway/Business 114 thoroughfare and the
	intersection of Highways 377 and 114; and
	WHEREAS, The individuality and outstanding quality of
	Roanoke's dining spots have earned this historic community the
	admiration of numerous culinary enthusiasts and have made it a
	favorite place to visit, and the city's flourishing restaurant
	scene is a testament to the eclectic and delicious epicurean
	offerings of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
	hereby designate Roanoke as the official Unique Dining Capital of
	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.