H.R. No. 83 is a resolution recognizing April 16, 2025, as Refugio County Day at the Texas State Capitol. The resolution highlights the pride of Refugio County residents as they gather to celebrate their community's rich history and contributions to Texas. Refugio County, established as one of the original counties of the Republic of Texas, is named after the Nuestra Seora del Refugio Mission founded in 1793. The county is known for its agricultural industry, producing livestock, sorghum, cotton, corn, wheat, and hay, as well as benefiting from natural resources like petroleum and natural gas.
The resolution also acknowledges the leadership of local officials, including county judge Jhiela "Gigi" Poynter and commissioners Roy Payne, Gary Wright, and Blaine Wolfshohl. With a population of approximately 6,700, the community hosts annual events such as the Refugio County Fair, fostering a sense of unity and pride among residents. The House of Representatives adopted the resolution with a vote of 133 in favor, 7 against, and 2 present but not voting, extending a warm welcome to the visiting delegation from Refugio County.