H.R. No. 107 is a resolution commemorating the 180th anniversary of the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce, which will be celebrated during the second annual Galveston Island Country Music Fest on January 25, 2025. Established in 1845, the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce is recognized as the oldest continuously operating chamber of commerce in Texas, boasting over 1,000 members from various sectors including business, education, healthcare, and government. The chamber has historically played a vital role in the community's economic development, advocating for infrastructure improvements and disaster recovery initiatives, and sponsoring popular events like Mardi Gras! Galveston.
The resolution acknowledges the chamber's significant contributions to the region and highlights its leadership under President Gina M. Spagnola. The upcoming music festival will feature notable Texan performers and serves as a celebration of the chamber's commitment to the community. The Texas House of Representatives expresses its best wishes for the chamber's continued success and plans to prepare an official copy of the resolution as a token of high regard. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 6, 2025.